TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2011//
TI  - The weak evidence for batterer program alternatives
JO  - Aggression and violent behavior
A1  - Gondolf, Edward W.
SP  - 347
EP  - 353
VL  - 16
IS  - 4
N2  - In the midst of the debate over batterer program effectiveness, several alternative approaches have been promoted: psychodynamic treatment for attachment disorders, diversified programming for batterer types, motivational techniques addressing readiness to change, specialized counseling for African-American men, and couples counseling for mutual violence. A critical overview of the research on these alternative approaches exposes weak or insufficient supporting evidence. There is also strong generic evidence for the predominant cognitive-behavioral approach in batterer programs, and a focus on system implementation might account for improved outcomes. While the innovations are encouraging, an "evidence-based practice" for batterers has yet to be clearly established.<p /> 
LA  - en
SN  - 1359-1789
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.avb.2011.04.011
ID  - ref1
ER  -