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Mayerli Andrea Prado Rivera1, Yudy Alejandra Ortiz Hernandez2, Paula Alexandra Motta Tautiva2
1University of Groningen, Neurobiology GELIFES, research group, Groningen, Netherlands. University of Groningen University of Groningen Neurobiology GELIFES, research group Groningen Netherlands.
Demographic factors, relationship status, and alcohol consumption influence attitudes toward intimate partner violence (IPV). Understanding these risk factors is crucial for developing effective IPV prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Social Psychology
- Public Health
- Criminology
Background:
- Intimate partner violence (IPV) remains a significant public health concern.
- Attitudes towards IPV can predict perpetration and victimization.
- Identifying risk factors is essential for targeted prevention efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate demographic variables, relationship characteristics, and alcohol consumption as potential risk factors for attitudes toward intimate partner violence (IPV).
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 723 adults.
- Participants completed the Intimate Partner Violence Attitudes Scale (IPVAS) and a demographic survey.
Main Results:
- Women showed less acceptance of control.
- Technical education correlated with higher tolerance for control and abuse.
- Secondary education increased risk for accepting physical violence.
- Individuals aged 26-35 were at lower risk.
- Dating individuals were at higher risk for tolerating control but lower risk for accepting physical violence.
- Alcohol consumption was associated with increased acceptance of abuse.
Conclusions:
- Attitudes towards IPV are influenced by a complex interplay of demographic, relational, and behavioral factors.
- These findings underscore the importance of addressing specific risk factors in IPV prevention programs.
- Shaping attitudes towards IPV is a key target for intervention strategies.
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