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Tamara L Newton1, Yvette Z Szabo1, Ashlee Warnecke1
1Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA.
Abstract:
The present study used mixed methods to advance understanding of positive life changes and perceived growth following intimate partner abuse (IPA), focusing on coercive controlling violence. Women completed open-ended interview questions about positive changes and growth following divorce. Seven domains of positive changes and twelve domains of perceived growth were coded. Quantitative IPA measures assessed prior exposure to direct assault and dominance/isolation abuse. Positive changes in self-improvement, relationships, and internal self were common, as was growth in self-concept and independence. Improved financial situation was an unanticipated positive change. No statistically significant associations between IPA measures and overall counts of positive changes or growth were observed. Methodological considerations for studies of IPA-related growth are discussed.
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