Articles tagged with Violence
Researchers have developed a new model called CLASH that suggests hot climates with less seasonal variation lead to more aggression and violence. This is due to a faster life strategy, reduced focus on the future, and decreased self-control, resulting in quicker reactions and increased aggression.
New research found that children who experienced frequent hunger as kids were more than twice as likely to exhibit impulsivity and injure others intentionally. The study suggests that addressing childhood hunger may help reduce violence, especially among white, Hispanic, and male participants.
A Swedish study examines homicide trends over time in Sweden, finding that female perpetrators are more likely to target children and use asphyxia, while male perpetrators tend to use knives. The research also highlights differences in classification of offenses and mental disorder assessments between genders.
New data from the Uppsala Conflict Data Program reveals that fatalities in organized violence decreased to less than 118,000 in 2015, ending an alarming trend of increases since 2011. The rise in conflicts involving states and non-state actors continued, driven by the civil war in Syria.
A new study finds that mental health professionals overestimate their ability to identify mentally ill patients who may engage in firearm violence. The researchers conclude that mental health professionals need more training on firearms issues to prevent firearm trauma by the mentally ill, with a focus on firearm suicides.
The Nordic countries exhibit both high levels of gender equality and disproportionately high rates of intimate partner violence (IPV) against women. Despite these contradictions, researchers believe that understanding the underlying causes may offer tools to combat IPV globally.
Researchers found that nearly four in 10 news stories connect mental illness with violent behavior, despite less than five percent of violence being directly related to mental illness. The study suggests that this routine linkage paints an unfair portrait of those with mental illness and may have increased stigma.
A new study published in Violence and Gender journal found that nearly 2 of every 5 bisexual female college students were victims of sexual assault. Greek life was identified as a strong factor linked to higher prevalence of sexual assault for most student groups.
A US study found that a gender-equity program involving both husbands and wives reduced marital sexual violence while improving contraceptive practices in rural India. The CHARM program demonstrated the effectiveness of including men in family planning counseling.
Exposure to violence during pregnancy may increase the risk of prematurity and low birthweight. A recent study by Queen Mary University of London and the University of Leicester found that mothers exposed to homicides had newborns with lower birthweights and higher rates of prematurity, particularly in the first trimester.
Researchers found that male batterers show greater activation in anterior cingulate cortex and medial prefrontal cortex, and smaller reaction in superior prefrontal cortex in response to intimate partner violence images. This study may have important implications for understanding violence against women and recidivism in batterers.
The International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics identifies key factors associated with intimate partner violence, including infertility/subfertility as a risk factor in low- and middle-income countries. The research contributes to efforts to establish ways to identify individuals at risk and develop successful interventions.
A meta-analysis of middle- and high school intervention programs found that while programs increased knowledge and changed student attitudes, they did not reduce dating violence. Small reductions in victimization were observed but not sustained over time.
A new training program at the University of Missouri's Sinclair School of Nursing uses simulation to equip nurses with confidence in screening patients for intimate partner violence. The program shows significant positive impact on nursing students' perceived confidence and knowledge. It may also be effective in training healthcare pro...
A study by Dr. Andrew Sanchez shows how joking relationships between colleagues enable people to distance themselves from the values that inform religious and ethnic violence. This exchange of humorous insults implicitly critiques public life of ethnic difference, operating on more tolerant principles rooted in the present.
A study found that widely used smartphone conversational agents fail to recognize and respond appropriately to sensitive topics like rape, depression, and physical abuse. The authors recommend improving the performance of conversational agents to better support users in need.
A Norwegian study found that women who experienced childhood sexual abuse are 22% more likely to stop breastfeeding before four months. Women exposed to multiple types of violence have a 41% greater chance of stopping early. Breastfeeding helps mothers' health, but trauma can hinder it.
Research found that neighborhood features such as street lighting, parks, and public transportation are associated with lower odds of adolescent homicide. Maintained vacant lots also showed promise in reducing youth violence.
Experiencing physical violence in adulthood may increase the risk of women developing heart and blood-vessel disease. Women who had experienced physical violence were more than one and a half times more likely to have narrowing of the main blood vessels in the neck, an early sign of increased risk for stroke.
A study by researchers at Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center confirms that a brief educational program can effectively curb dating violence among teens. The Katie Brown Educational Program's five-session curriculum showed significant changes in students' attitudes, behaviors, and knowledge about relationships.
A study has identified three key risk factors that predict violent behavior in adults with mental illness, including past victimization and substance use. These findings can help mental health professionals intervene and create safer communities for individuals with mental illnesses.
A new study published in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence found a significant relationship between firearm crime and an increase in concealed-carry gun permits. The research examined county-level data from Florida, which issued over 1.6 million valid concealed-carry permits as of November 2015.
The Canadian Medical Association Journal urges that public health be involved in the upcoming inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women. The root causes of interpersonal violence and health disparities are linked to a legacy of colonization, cultural genocide, and societal neglect, Dr. Kirsten Patrick explains.
According to Matthew Logan, PhD, a retired police officer and psychologist, a small percentage of violent incidents involving the police dominate headlines. The article argues for greater public airing of the police perspective to provide a more balanced understanding of violence.
A study from Hasbro Children's Hospital found nearly 50% of teens seen in the emergency department report peer violence and cyberbullying. Almost one-quarter also report symptoms consistent with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
A panel of experts estimates that child abuse costs countries billions of dollars each year, with the US facing estimated losses of $150 billion annually. The economic impact of violence against children is prevalent across all income levels and regions, with lower-income countries experiencing higher rates of abuse.
A Baltimore-based study found that teens experiencing fear of violence, observing violent events, or being victims of violence are more likely to engage in sex and use condoms. The study suggests that reducing high levels of violence in neighborhoods may help young people process experiences and learn coping skills.
A recent study by University of Illinois graduate student Gabriel Merrin found that youths who resisted pressure to join street gangs were more likely to perceive fair treatment by teachers and have at least one adult in their life for support. These findings underscore the importance of positive educational experiences and supportive ...
A cohort study found a bidirectional association between intimate partner violence and depression among pregnant women and new mothers in South Africa. The study suggests that combination interventions addressing both violence and mental health may be effective in interrupting the cycle.
A longitudinal study found that exposure to violence in childhood is linked to increased symptoms of conduct disorder and antisocial personality in adolescence and adulthood. The MAOA gene was also identified as a key moderator of this relationship, with certain variants increasing the risk of aggressive behavior and partner violence.
Research finds that thinking from God's perspective decreases biased valuation of non-believers' lives by almost 30%. This contradicts common assumptions about faith leading to violence. The study, published in PNAS, explores how Palestinian youth made moral choices from their own perspectives and Allah's perspective.
A study by LA BioMed suggests that involving parents in violence prevention programs and tailoring them to specific racial/ethnic groups can improve their effectiveness. The research found that Latino parents condoned fighting only as a last resort, while African American parents sometimes saw it as necessary.
Research by Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso finds that exposure to violence in Mexico leads to high levels of depression, aggression, anxiety, and attention deficit disorder in children. The study highlights the need for early intervention to reduce mental health problems in youth living in violent areas.
A public health approach to counting US law-enforcement-related deaths could provide real-time data needed to understand and prevent police violence. By making these deaths a reportable health condition, public health departments can track trends and inform policy changes.
A new study reveals that teenagers who experience traditional dating abuse are at a higher risk of becoming cyberdating abuse victims, and vice versa. Researchers analyzed data from over 1,000 high school students and found that involvement in one form of abuse increases the likelihood of involvement in the other.
A Sam Houston State University study found that mothers in abusive relationships are four times more likely to report threats against their children during the separation process. This indirect abuse can occur even after the relationship has ended and is a means for abusers to control victims.
A comprehensive study found that bullying and physical fighting prevalence varies greatly across countries; in wealthy but unequal nations, education investment reduces physical fighting rates
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London found that standard psychiatric assessments are poor at identifying future violent behavior, but a new causal approach based on risk factors with clear links to violence yields better results. The study suggests that targeting these underlying factors is key to preventing violence.
A new school safety project, Project SOAR, aims to use mobile apps and high school youths to prevent violence by promoting student involvement and restorative justice. The $1.6 million project will utilize technology-based tools and involve students in developing a school safety framework.
Urban teens identify improving employment opportunities, after-school activities and a cleaner city environment as key solutions to reduce violence. The study found that 61% of youths reported having a family member killed in an act of violence, highlighting the need for targeted prevention strategies.
A new study found that acceptance of both male and female rape myths is associated with reduced likelihood to intervene when a friend is being sexually assaulted. However, only male rape myths had a negative relationship with the likelihood to help a stranger.
A study published in Psychological Medicine suggests that predictive analytics can pinpoint soldiers at highest violence risk for preventive interventions. The model, developed from administrative data, identifies 5% of soldiers as having the highest predicted risk, accounting for a significant proportion of violent crimes.
A major study of Kenyan journalists who covered violent events found that they were at increased risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety. The research, published by JRSM Open, highlights the need for news organizations to prioritize their psychological health and offer confidential counselling.
Researchers found that young black men who feel powerless are more likely to be victims or perpetrators of violence. These individuals often experience racial discrimination, institutional biases, and limited opportunities for social change.
Research found a strong association between low resting heart rate and an increased risk of violent criminality in men. Men with the lowest resting heart rates were more likely to be convicted of violent crimes, with a 39% higher chance compared to those with the highest rates.
A new study aims to illuminate the nationwide prevalence, frequency and scope of cyberbullying and electronic dating violence among youth. Researchers will survey a nationally-representative panel of teens aged 12-17 to collect data on contributing factors and negative outcomes.
Child trafficking survivors experience poor mental health, self-harm, and suicide attempts, with 56% screening positive for depression and 15.8% reporting suicidal thoughts in the past month.
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that survivors of child trafficking experienced physical and/or sexual violence, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Mental health symptoms were associated with self-harm and suicide ideation among the 387 children and adolescents surveyed.
A Baylor University study of 146 countries found that greater gender equality in employment corresponds with higher overall homicide rates. The research suggests that cultural measures of equality, such as respect for women's rights, are tied to lower homicide rates.
A new UO survey reveals low awareness of available services and negative perceptions of institutional support. Women seeking graduate degrees face a higher risk of harassment-related events from faculty or staff compared to undergraduate women.
Research published in Injury Prevention found that men with a 'male discrepancy stress' - feeling they fall short of traditional male norms and worrying others think so too - are more likely to commit violent assaults. The study suggests substance use may be less relevant to demonstrating masculinity than sex and violence.
Recent anthropological analysis of a 7000-year-old mass grave reveals victims were murdered and deliberately mutilated during the early Neolithic period. The study suggests that social tensions may have contributed to the termination of this era and that such massacres were frequent features of the early Central European Neolithic period.
A study found that children with military parents or caregivers are more likely to experience substance use, violence, and harassment. The research suggests that war-related stressors can contribute to these struggles, emphasizing the need for social support programs in schools and communities.
A randomized clinical trial found that an ED-based counseling program did not significantly reduce excessive drinking and partner violence among women in abusive relationships. Despite initial results suggesting brief interventions could be effective, the study found no positive outcome among participants who received the intervention.
A new national survey found nearly three-quarters of black respondents consider violence against civilians by police as extremely or very serious, while less than 20% of whites share the same view. The poll also finds agreement across racial groups on many causes of police violence and potential solutions.
A randomized clinical trial found that screening women for partner violence and providing a resource list did not reduce hospitalizations or emergency department visits. The study also did not find improvements in quality of life or the recurrence of partner violence after one year.
A NYU study found that young adult opioid users in NYC are at a higher risk of experiencing sexual violence while under the influence. Participants reported being forced into sex without consent and having quid pro quo expectations surrounding drug use, with service providers and educators urged to address and challenge these issues.
Despite decreases in homicide and assault rates, the US experiences over 16,000 homicides and 1.6 million nonfatal assaults annually; effective prevention strategies include parent and family-focused programs and early childhood education.
A brief motivational intervention at an emergency department did not improve outcomes for women involved in abusive relationships and heavy drinking. The study found no significant differences between the intervention group and the control group on weekly assessments for experiencing IPV or heavy drinking.
A study in northern Mexican cities found that over a quarter of female sex workers entered the sex trade as minors, increasing their risk for HIV infection and violence. Those entering at an adolescent age were more likely to experience these risks compared to those who entered as adults.