Citation

Shorey RC, Brasfield HM, Febres J, Stuart GL. J. Interpers. Violence 2011; 26(13): 2681-2697.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2011, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/0886260510388289

PMID

21118862

Abstract

The problem of domestic violence is widespread, with research indicating men and women both perpetrate a substantial amount of aggression. However, aggression perpetrated by women is a relatively understudied area compared to aggression perpetrated by men. Additionally, research is needed to determine the correlates of aggression perpetration among women, as this can inform more effective treatment programs. Thus, the current study sought to examine the association between trait anger and impulsivity and the perpetration of physical and psychological intimate partner violence (IPV) and general aggression among women arrested for domestic violence (N = 80). Findings indicated that both trait anger and impulsivity were significantly associated with aggression perpetration and trait anger mediated the relationship between impulsivity and aggression perpetration. Directions for future research and violence intervention programs are discussed.

Language: en