TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2008//
TI  - Family violence: through the lens of power and control
JO  - Journal of emotional abuse
A1  - Montminy, Lyse
A1  - Straka, Silvia M.
SP  - 255
EP  - 279
VL  - 8
IS  - 3
N2  - How to intervene in situations falling between the fields of child abuse, domestic violence, and elder abuse? This literature review from a feminist perspective explores some theoretical issues, using the lens of power and control. Common themes that emerged: the complexity of power dynamics, intrafamilial patterns of abuse, and the role of psychological abuse. Practice recommendations were to (a) distinguish between “abuse” (<i>with</i> power dynamics) and “mistreatment” (<i>without</i>), (b) consider structural limitations of practice, and (c) assess the role of perpetrator pathologies. More research is needed on psychological abuse and the workings of power. Integrative models of practice are needed, supported by screening/assessment tools and training.<p />
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SN  - 1092-6798
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10926790802262499
ID  - ref1
ER  -