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Citation |
Meredith WH, Abbott DA, Adams SL. J. Fam. Violence 1986; 1(4): 299-305. |
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Affiliation |
University of Nebraska-Omaha, 68182 Omaha, Nebraska; United Catholic Social Services, Omaha, Nebraska, USA |
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Copyright |
(Copyright © 1986, Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group) |
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unavailable |
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Abstract |
Previous research has shown the negative effects of violence on individual family members. However, a review of the literature reveals few studies that document the adverse effects of violence on family relationships. To assess these effects, 304 married parents anonymously completed a survey that included the following scales: conflict tactics, family strengths, marital satisfaction, and parent satisfaction. Results indicated significant decreases in perceived family strengths, marital satisfaction, and parent satisfaction as the use of physical violence among family members increased. These findings provide empirical support for the assumption that violence has a negative impact not only on individuals within a family but also on family relationships. |