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Factors affecting conjugal violence

K H Coleman, M L Weinman, B P Hsi

    The Journal of Psychology
    |July 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    This study identified key factors associated with marital violence among couples seeking psychiatric help. Factors like husband

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Sociology
    • Criminology

    Background:

    • Marital conflict is a significant issue for couples seeking psychiatric assistance.
    • Understanding the characteristics of couples experiencing marital violence is crucial for effective intervention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify key variables differentiating battered wives and abusing husbands within couples experiencing marital conflict.
    • To analyze the prevalence and contributing factors of marital violence in a psychiatric outpatient sample.

    Main Methods:

    • The study analyzed data from 60 couples seeking psychiatric help for marital conflict.
    • Univariate and multivariate statistical analyses were employed to examine key variables.
    • Specific attention was given to identifying characteristics of both battered wives and abusing husbands.

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    Main Results:

    • Battered wives were identified by factors including husband's frequent alcohol use, frequent marital arguments, lower educational attainment, and frequent legal drug use.
    • Abusing husbands were characterized by a history of family violence, frequent alcohol use, lower educational attainment, and frequent marital arguments.

    Conclusions:

    • Specific demographic and behavioral factors are strongly associated with marital violence in couples with marital conflict.
    • These findings can inform targeted interventions and support services for at-risk couples.