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Elisabeth Friis Frand-Madsen1, Jessica Carlsson2

  • 1Det Sundhedsvidenskabelige Fakultet, Københavns Universitet.

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|November 3, 2023
PubMed
Summary

Coercive control, a form of intimate partner violence (IPV), involves dominating behaviors. Exposure to coercive control is linked to significant mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and suicidal thoughts.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Criminology

Context:

  • Coercive control is increasingly recognized as a distinct form of intimate partner violence (IPV).
  • This pattern of behavior involves tactics like domination, restriction, and monitoring to exert power over a partner.
  • Understanding coercive control is crucial for addressing non-violent IPV.

Purpose:

  • To review existing literature on the association between coercive control and mental health outcomes.
  • To identify the prevalence and nature of mental health problems linked to coercive control.

Summary:

  • A literature search identified ten relevant studies on coercive control.
  • Seven of these studies found a significant link between experiencing coercive control and adverse mental health effects.
  • These effects include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and suicidal ideation.

Impact:

  • Highlights the severe mental health consequences of coercive control.
  • Underscores the need for targeted interventions and support for victims of coercive control.
  • Informs clinical practice and policy development related to intimate partner violence.

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