The Help-Seeking Process in Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence

Rollé, Luca; Santoniccolo, Fabrizio; Trombetta, Tommaso

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“…The themes emerging from the included scientific literature paint a worrying picture. SSIPV appears to be a common and severely damaging experience (Rollè et al, 2018(Rollè et al, , 2021.…”

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“…People involved in violent couple dynamics may initiate a process of help-seeking in which they resort to external sources (e.g., friends, family, shelters, clinicians, police officers) in order to either resolve the situation, find ways to improve it or recover their mental and physical health. Among the many factors shaping victims' and perpetrators' experience of couple violence and the help-seeking process, sexual orientation seems to play a crucial role in several key aspects (Rollè, et al, 2021), such as perceiving the violence as a problem, selecting a source of help, and deciding whether to seek help at all.…”

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“…Gay men and lesbian women share a specific combination of factors that can discourage them from help-seeking or make the whole process less effective. For example, the fear inherent in IPV situations and their expectations (or previous experiences) of homonegativity may cause them to avoid seeking support, due to the chance of revictimization, producing feelings of isolation (Duke & Davidson, 2009;Calton et al, 2015;Rollè, et al, 2021). They may fear casting a negative light on their sexual orientation as highlighted, for example, by Renzetti (1989) and Irwin (2006).…”

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The Help-Seeking Process in Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence: a Systematic Review

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Introduction Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence (SSIPV) is a complex issue that can be severely damaging. When involved in SSIPV, victims and perpetrators sometimes choose to seek help. The help-seeking process, however, can be difficult. Experiences of help-seeking seem to vary and may be positive or negative depending on several factors, some of which appear to be specific to lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) people involved in a same-sex relationship. Methods A systematic review of the literature has been conducted across four databases following the PRISMA statement guidelines. Out of 410 screened abstracts, 78 articles were selected for full-text review. Following the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 21 studies were included in the current review. Thematic analysis was conducted on these studies and results were discussed by three reviewers. Results Help-seekers tended to use informal sources of help, perceived to be ambivalently helpful. Formal sources tended to be utilized sparingly, except for counselors. Many formal sources were perceived to be unhelpful, and most of the studies identified several barriers to services that prevented effective help. Formal and helpful sources were perceived as knowledgeable and sensitive about LGB themes. Conclusions While existing research is limited, formal services that can provide effective care for SSIPV appear scarce. Barriers to services seem widespread, limiting accessibility. Policy Implications Existing services would benefit from increasing their knowledge and sensitivity on SSIPV-specific themes. The development of policies, programs, and interventions that aim to provide effective help is needed, as well as more research.

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“…The results have theoretical implications and can provide important information to prevention programs and services involved in the treatment of IPV perpetrators, which to date are scarce and not equipped to handle the complexities and specificities of this phenomenon among lesbian women ( Rollè et al, 2021 ; Santoniccolo et al, 2021 ).…”

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“…Gender-based violence or Violence Against Women (VAW) has been object of interest since the 1970s. Second-wave feminism increased attention toward this phenomenon, recognizing it as a complex social issue ( McClennen, 2005 ; Rollè et al, 2021 ). In contrast, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) among lesbian women, and more in general Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence (SSIPV), have been largely underestimated until few decades ago ( Edwards et al, 2015 ; Estes and Webber, 2017 ; Rollè et al, 2020 ).…”

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Romantic Attachment, Internalized Homonegativity, and Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence Perpetration Among Lesbian Women in Italy

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Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence (SSIPV) among lesbian women has been underestimated until few decades ago. While the association between romantic attachment and SSIPV has been widely demonstrated, mechanisms that mediate this association and the complex relationships between romantic attachment, SSIPV, and SSIPV-specific risk factors have not been adequately investigated to date. The current study assessed the influence of romantic attachment on SSIPV perpetration among lesbian women, exploring the mediating role of internalized homonegativity within this association. Three hundred and twenty-five Italian lesbian women with a mean age of 30 years were recruited and completed the following self-report measures: the Experiences in Close Relationships-Revised (ECR-R), the Measure of Internalized Sexual Stigma, and the Revised Conflict Tactics Scale Short Form. The results showed a positive association between attachment anxiety, and general and psychological SSIPV perpetration. Similarly, attachment avoidance was positively related with general, psychological, and physical SSIPV perpetration. The association between romantic attachment, and general and psychological SSIPV was partially mediated by internalized homonegativity. These findings have theoretical implications and provide valuable information to implement services and interventions tailored for SSIPV, to date scarce and not effective.

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The role of adult attachment and minority stress in isolating behaviors perpetration among lesbian and gay people in Italy

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Attention to Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence (SSIPV) has increased in the last decades. Isolating behaviors, however, have been poorly studied, despite the increased vulnerability to isolation experienced by gay and lesbian couples. The aim of the present study was to examine the independent effects of minority stressors (experiences of discrimination, perceived stigma, and internalized homonegativity), emotion dysregulation, and adult attachment dimensions (attachment avoidance and anxiety) on isolating behaviors perpetration. One hundred and forty-eight gay or lesbian individuals (Mage = 32.48; SD = 10.91) involved in a same-sex relationship participated in the study and completed a self-report online questionnaire. A multiple regression model was used to examine the relationship between the variables in the study. Only attachment anxiety was associated with isolating behaviors. In contrast, attachment avoidance, experiences of discrimination, perceived stigma, internalized homonegativity, and emotion dysregulation did not influence perpetration of isolating behaviors. The present study highlights the influence of attachment anxiety on isolating behaviors, suggesting the role of dysfunctional mechanisms of interpersonal distance regulation. The obtained results provide information at the theoretical and clinical level.

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The Help-Seeking Process in Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence

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The Help-Seeking Process in Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence: a Systematic Review

The Help-Seeking Process in Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence: a Systematic Review

Romantic Attachment, Internalized Homonegativity, and Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence Perpetration Among Lesbian Women in Italy

The role of adult attachment and minority stress in isolating behaviors perpetration among lesbian and gay people in Italy

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