Examining the Interplay of Childhood Emotional Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence in Young Adults

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between childhood emotional abuse (CEA) and intimate partner violence (IPV) in young adults, with a focus on gender discrepancies in perpetration and victimization. A total of 120 participants, equally split by gender of male or female, supplied information on CEA, conflict strategies, and IPV encounters. Findings upon analysis using statistical tests, revealed notable positive associations between CEA and conflict strategies, victimization, and perpetration of IPV. Nevertheless, gender distinctions in IPV perpetration and victimization did not reach statistical significance. These results underscore the enduring influence of childhood mistreatment on involvement in IPV and underscore the necessity for gender-specific interventions. Through the adoption of a comprehensive, trauma-informed approach, professionals can provide better assistance to survivors and encourage healthy relationship dynamics. This investigation adds to the comprehension of the intricate interplay among childhood mistreatment, gender, and involvement in IPV, advocating for further examination and tailored interventions for impacted communities.