Citation

Balsam KF. Women Ther. 2001; 23(3): 25-37.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

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Abstract

This article examines the relationship between lesbian battering, homophobia (both external and internalized), and the stress of living as a member of an oppressed minority. While domestic violence in lesbian relationships parallels domestic violence in heterosexual relationships in many ways, the context of homophobia in society, in addition to sexism, creates some unique dynamics, issues, and barriers to change. Drawing upon a review of the theoretical and empirical literature, as well as the author's clinical experience as a lesbian psychotherapist, the impact of the homophobic context on lesbian battering is examined from the perspective of victims, perpetrators, and helping systems. (Abstract Adapted from Source: Women and Therapy, 2001. Copyright © 2001 by The Haworth Press)

Partner Violence
Violence Against Women
Homosexual Abuse Incidence and Prevalence
Homosexual Abuse Victim
Homosexual Abuse Offender
Homosexual Abuse Causes
Homosexual Adult
Homosexual Victim
Homosexual Offender
Homosexual Female
Domestic Violence Incidence and Prevalence
Domestic Violence Offender
Domestic Violence Victim
Domestic Violence Causes
Female Offender
Female Victim
Female Violence
Adult Female
Adult Offender
Adult Victim
Adult Violence
Adult Stress
Offender Stress
Minority Group
Stress Effects
Sociocultural Factors
Homophobia
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