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- Title
Characteristics and Treatment of Batterers.
- Authors
Geffner, Robert; Roseribaum, Alan
- Abstract
This article summarizes the substantial research conducted in the last decade concerning the characteristics of batterers. While certain characteristics appear to be associated with these abusers, no specific profile has emerged. Treatment programs have focused on anger management, improving communication, improving self- esteem, changing beliefs, and stress management, but research has not determined the effectiveness of these programs. Various approaches for treating abusers are presented in this article, including psychoeducational groups for batterers and conjoint therapy for couples. The legal system's use of diversion programs for referral/sentencing of batterers is also discussed as an important method for reducing spouse abuse.
- Subjects
ABUSED women; STRESS management; SELF-esteem; HUSBAND abuse; NARCISSISTIC injuries; TREATMENT programs
- Publication
Behavioral Sciences & the Law, 1990, Vol 8, Issue 2, p131
- ISSN
0735-3936
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1002/bsl.2370080205