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The Relationship Between Positive Parenting Experiences In Childhood And Perpetration Of Violence In Adult Dating Relationships, Annette Vernon
The Relationship Between Positive Parenting Experiences In Childhood And Perpetration Of Violence In Adult Dating Relationships, Annette Vernon
Social Welfare
Dating Violence is the perpetration of violence within a dating relationship. Negative experiences in childhood have been linked to dating violence through much research. This is often explained by Socialization theory (Bandura, 1971) which posits that observing and experiencing a pattern of behavior during childhood can lead to the adoption of that pattern of behavior as adults. Drawing from this theory, individuals who experience positive parenting in childhood learn and develop a supportive relationship style and, therefore, should commit violence against a dating partner as adults with less frequency. This project examines the relationship between positive parenting during childhood and …
Mental Health Care Among Latina And African American Women: Literature Review And A Proposed Intervention, Priya Winston
Mental Health Care Among Latina And African American Women: Literature Review And A Proposed Intervention, Priya Winston
Social Welfare
This paper attempts to explore the cultural stigma associated with mental health treatment among Latina and African-American Women. It also offers a possible intervention that could be implemented in New York City. The intervention involves an event in which the women are interviewed for feedback and information is provided. Discussion is included regarding why this topic should matter to the general population, academic researchers, and social workers.
International Dating Violence Study: A Look Between Parental Status And Psychological Aggression, Samantha Winzenried
International Dating Violence Study: A Look Between Parental Status And Psychological Aggression, Samantha Winzenried
Social Welfare
Dating Violence occurs in many forms and can be committed by anyone (Wekerle & Wolfe, 1999). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention there are four core types of intimate partner violence: physical violence, sexual violence, threats of physical or sexual violence, and psychological/emotional violence. This study examines the relationship between current parental status and psychological aggression toward a partner. Data are drawn from the International Dating Violence Study collected from more than 14,000 students in 68 universities in over 30 countries worldwide (Straus, International Dating Violence Study, 2001-2006, 2011). Data were collected using two different scales the …