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University of Chester; Betsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardPublication Date
2023-02-20
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We consider what is known regarding the characteristics and context of adult family violence; and what practitioners and organisations in the United Kingdom might learn from the literature. Approach - We review literature on adult family violence and parricide and include illustrative cases from a study of domestic homicide review reports involving older adults. Findings - Adult family violence most often involves mothers killed by their adult sons. Mental health issues, alcohol/ substance misuse, and criminality are common themes for perpetrators. Caregiving responsibilities is a theme for both victims and perpetrators. Our research identified two main categories of adult family homicide: perpetrators with major psychotic illness, and victims-perpetrators in complex relational contexts. Practical implications - We consider how practitioners respond to situations of adult family violence and learning for policy-makers, agencies and practitioners. Originality - This paper summarises what is known, argues that more research is needed, and suggests practical ways forward for policy-makers, relevant agencies and practitioners.Citation
Benbow, S. M., Bhattacharyya, S., & Kingston, P. (2023). Adult family violence coming out of the shadows. The Journal of Adult Protection., 25(2), 91-99. https://doi.org/10.1108/JAP-11-2022-0029Publisher
EmeraldJournal
The Journal of Adult ProtectionType
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© [2023, Emerald Publishing Limited]. This AAM is provided for your own personal use only. It may not be used for resale, reprinting, systematic distribution, emailing, or for any other commercial purpose without the permission of the publisher.ISSN
1466-8203EISSN
2042-8669ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1108/JAP-11-2022-0029
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