Psychology of Violence is a multidisciplinary research journal devoted to violence and extreme aggression, including identifying the causes of violence from a psychological framewo

Gun violence affects society in many ways, including higher medical costs, reductions in quality of life because of fear of gun violence, and stresses on the criminal justice syste

Dec 23, 2024 · Vigilantism is a complex issue rooted in the erosion of trust in society and institutions. Psychological research has shown contributing factors include pervasive e

Apr 1, 2023 · Programs that try to treat abusive partners have a long, uncertain history. Can psychologists help make them better?

Apr 19, 2018 · the expression of hostility and rage with the intent to injure or damage people or property through physical force. See also pathological aggression. passion or int

Objective: Despite considerable investments, the effectiveness of domestic violence (DV) interventions varies, with shelters for battered women acknowledged for their success and p

Violence refers to immediate or chronic situations that result in injury to the psychological, social, or physical well-being of indi-viduals or groups. While acknowledging the mul

Apr 1, 2021 · Research is helping to tease apart why some people with serious mental illness are prone to violence while others are not, and how clinicians and others can help thr

Dec 6, 2023 · Educate parents on the negative consequences of physical punishment and humiliation techniques on children (e.g., Violence-Free Childhood). Educate parents to create

School violence is a global epidemic that affects educators and school personnel in pre-K through 12th grade. The APA Task Force on Violence Against Educators and School Personnel