Relationship violence reported by young women linked to overly controlling male partner

Wednesday, April 6, 2011 - 12:40 in Psychology & Sociology

For women, having a male partner who exhibits controlling behaviours such as limiting contact with friends and insisting on knowing one's whereabouts at all times, may be associated with increased physical and sexual relationship violence. However, young women experiencing these behaviours are more hesitant to answer questions about relationship violence - a fact that presents challenges for healthcare providers and others seeking to assist woman who are at risk...

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