Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment (Jan 2009)

Examining the Interface between Substance Misuse and Intimate Partner Violence

  • Gregory L. Stuart,
  • Timothy J. O'farrell,
  • Kenneth Leonard,
  • Todd M. Moore,
  • Jeff R. Temple,
  • Susan E. Ramsey,
  • Robert L. Stout,
  • Christopher W. Kahler,
  • Meggan M. Bucossi,
  • Shawna M. Andersen,
  • Patricia R. Recupero,
  • Zach Walsh,
  • Yael Chatav Schonbrun,
  • David R. Strong,
  • Emily F. Rothman,
  • Deborah L. Rhatigan,
  • Peter M. Monti

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4137/SART.S2252
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 3

Abstract

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There is considerable theoretical and empirical support for a link between substance misuse and perpetration and victimization of intimate partner violence. This review briefly summarizes this literature and highlights current research that addresses the interface between treatment for substance abuse and intimate partner violence. Suggestions for future research and clinical implications are provided.