The Role of Counseling Psychology in Preventing Male Violence Against Female Intimates
- 1 November 2000
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in The Counseling Psychologist
- Vol. 28 (6) , 797-828
- https://doi.org/10.1177/0011000000286003
Abstract
Counseling psychology has a unique and important role to play in the reduction and elimination of interpersonal violence. This article provides a context for furthering preventative efforts within counseling psychology specifically aimed at ending and/or mitigating the effects of male violence against women. A brief discussion of social and cultural considerations in prevention is presented. Suggestions for involvement at five levels of prevention (stopping male violence from ever occurring; delaying the onset of abusive behavior; reducing the impact of men’s violence; strengthening knowledge, attitudes, and behavior promoting healthy relationships; and supporting institutional policies that promote healthy relationships) are provided. Future directions in training, funding, research, and employment for the counseling field are suggested.Keywords
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