New Study Suggests Need for Gender-Neutral Intimate Partner Violence Interventions
Intimate partner violence can have devastating psychological, social, and physical consequences. Young women who are involved with violent and aggressive partners are at increased risk for substance abuse, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, and physical harm. The stress that results from physical abuse can also negatively impact academic performance and social relationships. Estimates suggest that more than 20% of college students have experienced a violent romantic relationship. To better understand the frequency and persistency of violence within romantic relationships, Catherine Kaukinen of... Read More
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Batterers, individuals who commit 
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Young children who witness 
