Citation

Simmons CA, Lehmann P. Partner Abuse 2010; 1(2): 230-249.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Springer Publishing)

DOI

10.1891/1946-6560.1.2.230

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Beginning with grass root movements in the early 1970s, batterer intervention programs (BIP) have evolved into the most prominent and visible form of intervention for individuals who commit acts of violence against their intimate partner. Evidence indicates, however, that these programs do not demonstrate high levels of effectiveness at stopping abuse/violence. To this end, this conceptual article presents an analytic discussion that first outlines traditional BIP approaches highlighting the literature finding ineffectiveness. Next, six ideas with the potential to change the field are presented followed by a brief description of how integrating strengths into work with batterers can improve intervention.