Overview

Nationally representative studies confirm that LGBTQ individuals are at an elevated risk of experiencing intimate partner violence. While many similarities exist between LGBTQ and heterosexual-cisgender intimate partner violence, research has illuminated a variety of unique aspects of LGBTQ intimate partner violence regarding the predictors of perpetration, the specific forms of abuse experienced, barriers to help-seeking for victims, and policy and intervention needs. This is the first book that systematically reviews the literature regarding LGBTQ intimate partner violence, draws key lessons for current practice and policy, and recommends research areas and enhanced methodologies.

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Author:   Adam M. Messinger
Publisher:   University of California Press
Imprint:   University of California Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.181kg
ISBN:  

9780520352346

ISBN 10:   0520352343
Pages:   328
Publication Date:   14 May 2020
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock  
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Table of Contents

List of Illustrations Preface Acknowledgments 1. Introduction: Making the Invisible Visible 2. How Do We Know What We Know? 3. What Is LGBTQ Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)? 4. Why Does LGBTQ IPV Happen? 5. How Can We Improve Nongovernmental Responses? 6. How Can We Improve Government Responses? 7. Conclusions: Where Do We Go from Here? Appendix: Book Methodology Notes Bibliography Index

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The author brings to light an often-overlooked problem and offers practical suggestions for increasing protections and improving service provision for LGBTQ people who are victimized by intimate partners... compelling. * American Society of Criminology, Division on Women and Crime * An insightful and detailed discussion of the institutional and legal obstacles to the integration of LGBTQ individuals into U.S. society, and how that impacts LGBTQ intimate partner abuse. * PsycCRITIQUES * Messinger provides a meticulous examination of the challenges for studying LGBTQ IPV and offers keen recommendations for policy makers, practitioners, and researchers. A must-read for those interested in social work, counseling, and intimate relationships, as well as anyone working with LGBTQ populations. * CHOICE *

Messinger provides a meticulous examination of the challenges for studying LGBTQ IPV and offers keen recommendations for policy makers, practitioners, and researchers. A must-read for those interested in social work, counseling, and intimate relationships, as well as anyone working with LGBTQ populations. * CHOICE * An insightful and detailed discussion of the institutional and legal obstacles to the integration of LGBTQ individuals into U.S. society, and how that impacts LGBTQ intimate partner abuse. * PsycCRITIQUES * The author brings to light an often-overlooked problem and offers practical suggestions for increasing protections and improving service provision for LGBTQ people who are victimized by intimate partners... compelling. * American Society of Criminology, Division on Women and Crime *

Author Information

Adam M. Messinger is Associate Professor of Justice Studies and Women's & Gender Studies at Northeastern Illinois University.

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