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Abstract
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VioLit summary:
OBJECTIVE:
The objective of this study by Thompson was to propose a clear conceptual definition of courtship violence.
METHODOLOGY:
A non-experimental design was employed to explore issues of conceptualization. Three primary components of courtship violence were examined - the ideological, cultural and moral aspects of the cultural dimension; the normative and legal systems of the social dimension; and the psychological, emotional and physical aspects of the personal dimension.
FINDINGS/DISCUSSION:
A conceptual model was proposed involving three dimensions of courtship violence - cultural, social and personal.
AUTHOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS:
The author claimed that the use of this heuristic model would provide a conceptual framework within which future research could be conducted, and would allow for a more thorough understanding of the problem of courtship violence by examining it in the context of its various dimensions.
EVALUATION:
This study addresses an important issue in the field of research into violence, and provides a useful framework within which to focus research efforts. However, the author barely scratches the surface of the issues at hand, and leaves the reader craving a more thorough and extensive discussion of the various dimensions involved in courtship violence. A more detailed discussion of the practical implications of the conceptualization for treatment, prevention and intervention planning would also have been useful. (CSPV Abstract - Copyright © 1992-2007 by the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence, Institute of Behavioral Science, Regents of the University of Colorado)
KW - Ideology
KW - Dating Violence Causes
KW - Sociocultural Factors
KW - Psychological Factors
KW - Literature Review
KW - Violence Against Women
KW - Partner Violence
KW - Adult Violence |