Nonviolent Communication Training and Empathy in Male Parolees

Marlow, Elizabeth; Nyamathi, Adeline; Grajeda, William; Bailey, Newt; Weber, Amanda; Younger, Jerry

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“…Substantial research has documented the efficacy of brief behavioral interventions for increasing empathic behaviors in diverse samples including among romantic partners (Block-Lerner, Adair, Plumb, Rhatigan & Orsillo, 2007), health care providers (Heuberger, 2010), child welfare workers (Mullins, 2011), male parolees (Marlow, Nyamanthi, Grajeda, Bailey, Weber, & Younger, 2012), and prison inmates (Palusci, Crum, Bliss & Bavolek, 2008). Furthermore, brief training interventions aimed at increasing parents’ empathy towards their children have been shown to reduce harmful parenting practices and improve parent-child relationships (Akai et al, 2008; Stolk, et al, 2008; Suchman et al, 2008; Edwards, Sullivan, Meany-Walen & Kantor, 2010; Kendrick, Mulvaney, Stevens, Mytton & Stewart-Brown, 2013).…”

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Maternal–fetal attachment differentiates patterns of prenatal smoking and exposure

Massey¹,

Bublitz²,

Magee³

et al. 2015

Addictive Behaviors

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Objective Smoking cessation during pregnancy may reflect altruistic motives on behalf of the unborn baby. We test the hypothesis that pregnancy quitters have higher maternal-fetal attachment than persistent smokers, and secondarily explore how maternal-fetal attachment differs among non-smokers, pregnancy quitters, and persistent smokers. Methods Participants were 156 women in the Behavior and Mood in Babies and Mothers study who provided report of smoking throughout pregnancy via timeline follow back interviews, with salivary cotinine confirmation of reported cessation at 30 and 35 weeks gestation, and postpartum day one. Maternal Fetal Attachment Scale total and subscale scores (role-taking, differentiation of self from fetus, interaction with fetus, attributing characteristics to fetus, giving of self) were examined among non-smokers, pregnancy quitters, and persistent smokers. Results At 30 weeks, pregnancy quitters scored higher on the ‘giving of self’ subscale compared to persistent smokers (21.6 ± 2.4 versus 19.9 ± 2.9; p = .004). Maternal ‘giving of self’ also differentiated pregnancies exposed to cigarette smoking from those without exposure from 30 weeks through delivery (19.9 ± 2.9 versus 21.2 ± 2.2; p = .002). Controlling for age, income, unemployment, gravida, and father’s smoking status, ‘giving of self’ differentiated pregnancy quitters from persistent smokers [OR = 5.144; 95% C.I. 1.509 – 17.538; B (SE) = 1.638 (.626); p = .009]. Conclusions Women who reported a greater desire to maintain their personal health for the health of their fetus were more likely to quit smoking during pregnancy. Implications of findings for interventions and understanding mechanisms of risk are discussed.

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Maternal–fetal attachment differentiates patterns of prenatal smoking and exposure

Massey¹,

Bublitz²,

Magee³

et al. 2015

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“…Drug users on parole or probation may need assistance in managing life problems and with the transition from incarceration into the community. RDT has been found to be effective in addressing hostile or emotion-focused coping, often as a result of incarceration (Marlow et al, 2012). While at RDT sites, homeless ex-offenders are often taught coping skills designed to limit further drug use, dependence, and reduced recidivism (Marlow et al, 2012).…”

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Drug Use and Multiple Sex Partners Among Homeless Ex-Offenders

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Background Transitioning into society after release from incarceration presents real challenges for male offenders; in California, up to 60% return to prison within three years following release. The risk for ongoing drug use and having sex with multiple sex partners is a significant challenge for ex-offenders preparing to enter the community. Objectives The aims are to describe drug use and sexual behavior (sex with multiple partners) prior to incarceration and six and 12 months following study enrollment using data obtained as part of a randomized controlled trial (RCT). Methods This is a planned secondary analysis of data obtained as part of an RCT designed to study the effects of intensive peer coaching and nurse case management, intensive peer coaching, and brief nurse counseling on hepatitis A and B vaccination adherence compared to a usual care control treatment that also included brief peer coaching and brief nurse counseling. Self-report data from subjects enrolled at one residential drug treatment facility in Los Angeles were captured at three time points: baseline, and six- and 12-month follow up. Results Findings showed substantive and significant reductions in drug use and engaging in sex with multiple partners six months following enrollment into the study compared to the baseline data, but results did not differ by study condition. At 12-month follow up, drug use and sex with multiple partners increased, but remained less than at baseline levels. Discussion Sustaining reductions in drug use and engaging in sex with multiple partners remains a challenge following incarceration.

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“…For some parents, this improved their relationship with not only their child but also their partners because they responded less impulsively to stressful events. Although not many interventions for parents, including NVC training, have been studied with regard to their effects, programmes with other target groups have shown that NVC can improve empathy (Nosek et al 2014), increase emotional verbalization and reduce feelings of distress (Wacker and Dziobek 2016) and, ultimately, improve interpersonal relationships (Marlow et al 2011). The fact that parents slightly changed their attitudes and communication styles in response to this programme shows that, in relatively few sessions, the connection between parents and children, as well as between parents, can be improved.…”

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Learning About Parenting Together: A Programme to Support Parents with Inter-generational Concerns in Pune, India

Wit¹,

Adithy²,

Chakranarayan

et al. 2017

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Rapid developments in the last few decades have brought about dramatic changes in Indian social life, particularly affecting new middle-class families. Inter-generational conflicts, high academic pressures, and modern anxieties lead to stress both in parents and in children. There is a need for parenting programmes that respond to these specific concerns, in order to reduce parenting stress and improve family well-being. This study aimed to develop and evaluate a parenting programme in Pune, India, based on a ‘theory of change’. In this pilot programme, parents were encouraged to learn in a group format about fostering autonomy in children, promoting academic potential in a stress-free manner and remaining in connection with adolescents. Facilitated by a psychologist, parents participated in four sessions involving ‘creativity and play’, ‘self-awareness and bonding’, and ‘communication’. The intervention was based on validated psychotherapeutic approaches and parenting methods to support parents in their learning. Some 16 in-depth interviews were conducted with parents before and eight interviews after the intervention to understand their learning experiences. Additional feedback was gathered from observation notes and debriefings after each session. The results show that the attention for playful quality time helped parents to (re)gain a more creative and flexible attitude towards spending time with their children. Second, parents learned to reflect on their frameworks of meaning (rooted in their own upbringing), listen attentively and communicate more mindful with their children. Furthermore, this study shows that an activity-based approach, connecting parents in co-creating new parenting paradigms, while supporting them with stress-reducing tools, is a useful way of engaging this target group. The study concludes by offering new perspectives for counsellors working with families in countries undergoing rapid change.

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Nonviolent Communication Training and Empathy in Male Parolees

Cited by 46 publications

References 35 publications

Maternal–fetal attachment differentiates patterns of prenatal smoking and exposure

Maternal–fetal attachment differentiates patterns of prenatal smoking and exposure

Drug Use and Multiple Sex Partners Among Homeless Ex-Offenders

Learning About Parenting Together: A Programme to Support Parents with Inter-generational Concerns in Pune, India

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