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Fathers’ perspectives regarding their children’s exposure to intimate partner violence
- Authors:
- BOURASSA C., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Public Child Welfare, 11(3), 2017, pp.261-278.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Children exposed to intimate partner violence are at high risk for mental health and behavioural problems. Numerous studies have examined mothers’ perceptions about the influence of exposure to violence on their children; few studies have examined the views of violent fathers. This study sought to identify how fathers, participating in batterer intervention programmes (BIP), perceive consequences of their violence on their children and how they protect and mitigate the destructive effects of their violence on their children. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 21 fathers, with a qualitative approach for analysis. The findings highlight the need for specific intervention for fathers. (Publisher abstract)
Lifetime abuse and mental health among older persons: a European study
- Author:
- ESLAMI Baheh
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Aggression Maltreatment and Trauma, 26(6), 2017, pp.590-607.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This study aimed to investigate the association of lifetime abuse and mental health among older persons, considering associated factors (e.g., demographics) through a cross-sectional design. The study recruited 4,467 women and men ages 60-84 years from 7 European cities. Mental health was measured with the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and abuse (psychological, physical, sexual, financial, and physical injuries) based on the Revised Conflict Tactics Scale and the UK survey of abuse/neglect of older people. Multiple logistic regression analyses showed that country of residence, low educational level, and experienced financial strain increased the odds of probable cases of anxiety and depression. Female sex, white-collar profession, and financial support by social/other benefits/or partner income were associated with higher odds of anxiety, while older age and experience of lifetime injury were associated with increased odds of depressive symptoms. The findings of this study indicate that socioeconomic factors, as well as experienced lifetime severe physical abuse leading to injuries, are significant in perceived mental health of adults in later life. (Edited publisher abstract)
Increased risk for mental illness, injuries, and violence in children born to mothers with intellectual disability: a register study in Sweden during 1999–2012
- Authors:
- WICKSTROM Maria, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child Abuse and Neglect, 65, 2017, p.124–131.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Several studies have demonstrated that mothers with intellectual disability (ID) have a higher prevalence of mental health illness, lower socio-economic status, and a higher risk of alcohol and drug use compared to mothers without ID. The children of mothers with ID are over-represented in child protection and legal proceedings but are generally a less studied group than the mothers. The aim of this study was to investigate if children born to mothers with ID had an increased risk of being diagnosed with mental illness, injuries, and violence compared with children of mothers without ID. The study comprised a population-based cohort of children born in Sweden between 1999 and 2005. Data were collected from the Medical Birth Register and linked with two other national registers; ICD-10 codes were used for medical diagnoses, including ID. The children were followed from birth to seven years of age. In total, 478,577 children were included, of whom 2749 were born to mothers with ID. Children of mothers with ID were at a greater risk of having mental health problems (adjusted odds ratio (OR) = 2.02; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.74–2.35) and ID (OR = 4.14; CI = 2.95–5.82) in early childhood. They had an increased risk for injuries due to falls (OR = 1.15; Cl 1.04–1.27). The largest risk related to trauma was violence and child abuse (OR = 3.11; CI = 1.89–5.12). In conclusion, children of mothers with ID had an increased risk for injuries, violence, and child abuse. The authors suggest that parents with ID should receive evidence based support so that their children receive the best care and protection. (Edited publisher abstract)