Citation

Neighbors C, Walker DD, Roffman RA, Mbilinyi LF, Edleson JL. Am. J. Fam. Ther. 2008; 36(2): 126-136.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2008, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/01926180701236142

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Research examining intimate partner violence (IPV) has lacked a comprehensive theoretical framework for understanding and treating behavior. The authors propose two complementary models, a treatment approach (Motivational Interviewing, MI) informed by a theory (Self-Determination Theory; SDT), as a way of integrating existing knowledge and suggesting new directions in intervening early with IPV perpetrators. MI is a client-centered clinical intervention intended to assist in strengthening motivation to change and has been widely implemented in the substance abuse literature. SDT is a theory that focuses on internal versus external motivation and considers elements that impact optimal functioning and psychological well-being. These elements include psychological needs, integration of behavioral regulations, and contextual influences on motivation. Each of these aspects of SDT is described in detail and in the context of IPV etiology and intervention using motivational interviewing. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) (journal abstract)