
Psychology of Violence
Psychology of Violence is a multidisciplinary research journal devoted to violence and extreme aggression, including identifying the causes of violence from a psychological framework, …
Preventing intimate partner violence by focusing on abusers
Apr 1, 2023 · Programs that try to treat abusive partners have a long, uncertain history. Can psychologists help make them better?
Violence, aggression against educators grew post-pandemic
May 30, 2024 · Research by APA reveals a post-pandemic surge in violence against pre-K to 12th-grade teachers, driving a rise in intentions to resign or transfer, highlighting a critical need …
How to prevent harmful masculinity and violence
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 …
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 multidimensional …
Mental illness and violence: Debunking myths, addressing realities
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 through …
Warning signs of youth violence - American Psychological …
Jan 1, 2013 · Learn how to deal with anger and whether you are at risk for violent behavior, recognize warning signs of violence in others, and discover what you can do to help. People …
Violence and Aggression Against Educators and School Personnel
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 …
Living in violent neighborhoods affects children’s brain development
Feb 22, 2024 · Living in neighborhoods with high levels of violence can affect children’s development by changing the way that a part of the brain detects and responds to potential …
Why some people resort to vigilantism—to the admiration of many
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 …