| Term | Domestic Violence Intervention Programs |
|---|---|
| Code | FF-0500.9100-180 |
| Definition | Programs that offer classes or groups, sponsor victim panels or provide other interventions which help domestic violence offenders understand and take responsibility for their acts of violence and abuse; realize that their behavior is the result of their desire to gain power and control over their partner's life; and make a decision to stop their abuse by looking at the damaging effects of their actions on their relationships, partners, children and themselves. The group sessions address the tactics of power and control; describe the cycle of abuse; challenge stereotypical gender role expectations; and help abusers identify and articulate their feelings and recognize behavior, emotional and physical cues which signal escalating anger. Participants learn problem solving skills, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, stress management techniques, communication and listening skills and other skills that will help them develop and maintain positive, healthy partnerships; and may be ordered by the court to attend or self-refer. The victim panels provide a venue which enables volunteers who have been subjected to abuse to describe the treatment they have endured and the impact on their lives. |
| Created | 9/12/19 |
| Changed | 9/12/19 |
| Use References |
Abusive Partner Intervention Programs Batterer Intervention Programs Domestic Abuse Impact Panels Domestic Abuse Intervention Programs Domestic Violence Impact Panels Intimate Partner Abuse Intervention Programs Intimate Partner Violence Intervention Programs Treatment Programs for Batterers |
| See Also References |
Anger Management (RP-1400.8000-070) Domestic Violence Hotlines (RP-1500.1400-200) Domestic Violence Motel Vouchers (BH-1800.1500-080) Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders (FT-6940.1900) Domestic Violence Shelters (BH-1800.1500-100) Domestic Violence Support Groups (PN-8100.0200-180) Family Justice Centers (FT-3000.1900) Hospital Based Domestic Violence Programs (LT-1750.3050) Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling (RP-1400.8000-020.80) Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Prevention (FN-1500.1900-800) |
| External Classification Terms |
Legal, Consumer and Public Safety Services (AIRS LE-450) Legal/Public Safety (CAN LP-450) Personal Safety (ACH E-01) Protection of Adults from Neglect, Abuse, Exploitation (UW 6.1.05.02) Spouse Abuse Prevention (NPC I02.05.03) Spouse Abuse Prevention (NTE I71) |
| Related Concepts |
Domestic Violence Restorative Justice |
| Facet | Service |
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