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, …
Gun violence and crime - American Psychological Association (APA)
Gun violence affects society in many ways, including higher medical costs, reductions in quality of life because of fear of gun violence, and stresses on the criminal justice system.
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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?
On defining violence, and why it matters. - APA PsycNet
The article discusses the importance of a comprehensive definition of violence, outlining its essential elements and implications for research, prevention, and treatment.
Up to 19% of teens experience dating violence. Psychologists want …
Oct 1, 2023 · Violence in teen relationships predicts violence in adulthood, which is alarming concerning rates of physical/sexual violence, stalking or harassment, and psychologically abuse.
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 …