Dr. Delphine Collin-Vezina
Director
Centre for Research on Children and Families
Tier II Canada Research Chair in Child Welfare
Associate Professor, McGill University
Pushed (Back) In The Closet March 25 2010[1]rcamer
The document summarizes research findings on safety needs of LGBTTIQQ2S communities in Toronto. An online survey was conducted from June to October 2008. Key findings include: respondents felt unsafe using public transit and in parks at night; many experienced verbal harassment, threats of violence, and discrimination; impacts included increased isolation and reluctance to report incidents to police due to lack of confidence they would be taken seriously. Recommendations focus on education, reporting tools, and advocacy to address safety issues.
The report from the Wake County Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team summarizes their findings from reviewing 4 domestic violence homicide cases from 2014. Key findings included that the victims were most often female, killed in their own home by a male partner with a history of domestic violence and substance abuse. Mental health issues were a factor in 3 of the 4 cases. The report recommends improving information sharing between agencies, better identifying and managing high-risk offenders, and increasing support for victims and their families.
This document provides a summary of gang violence in the African American community and recommendations to prevent it. It defines the problem of gang violence and prevalence rates. African American gangs have high rates of violence despite lower membership. Factors that contribute to gang violence include poverty, lack of opportunities, and social disorganization. The document recommends that the mayor implement community outreach programs to reduce poverty and increase social and economic well-being, citing two specific programs as examples: Neighborhood Centers Inc. and Connecticut Association for Human Services. Both work to improve communities and move families out of poverty.
1) The study examined the relationship between adolescents' intentional exposure to pornography and sexually aggressive behavior. It found that about 1 in 5 youth reported exposure to non-violent pornography, while 1 in 20 reported exposure to violent pornography.
2) Exposure to non-violent pornography was not associated with increased in-person sexual assault, and may have a protective effect. However, it was linked to increased technology-based sexual harassment.
3) Exposure to violent pornography was strongly associated with increased odds of both technology-based and in-person sexual aggression. The data suggest that violent pornography exposure could increase the risk of peer-to-peer sexual victimization among adolescents.
Global alliance queering the response sept 15Susan Scott
This document summarizes a study examining police reports of domestic violence involving LGBTQ+ couples. Key findings include:
- Rates of domestic violence among LGBTQ+ couples are similar to or higher than heterosexual couples.
- Police reports rely on binary gender definitions which impacts analyzing LGBTQ+ victimization rates.
- Types, seriousness and number of charges laid against LGBTQ+ and heterosexual perpetrators were similar.
- Risk factors identified varied between LGBTQ+ and heterosexual couples depending on type of police report.
The study highlights the need to incorporate LGBTQ+ perspectives and considerations into police training and domestic violence response.
Risk Factors, Risk Assessments, and Collaboration to Prevent Domestic Violenc...Adam Varn
This document discusses risk factors for domestic violence homicide and the InVEST program. It provides statistics on domestic violence homicides nationally and in Florida. It then describes the InVEST program, which provides enhanced advocacy services to individuals identified as being at high risk of domestic violence homicide through a coordinated community response. Key risk factors for domestic violence homicide discussed include threats, access to weapons, separation, and stalking.
This document discusses the issue of lenient treatment of female sex offenders compared to males. It provides statistics showing that the number of female sex offenders is rising in the US and many states. However, conviction and sentencing rates for females remain lower than guidelines. The document examines several state-specific examples of female teachers receiving probation or light sentences for sexual relationships with students, despite sentencing guidelines calling for heavier punishment. The document argues for equal treatment and punishment of female sex offenders in order to protect children and ensure just application of the law.
The document summarizes key findings from the Edinburgh Study of Youth Transitions and Crime regarding policing and youth justice. It found that 1) persistent serious offending is associated with victimization and social adversity, 2) early identification of at-risk children is difficult and may be counterproductive, 3) critical moments in early teenage years shape pathways in and out of offending, and 4) diversionary strategies help facilitate desistance from crime. The study suggests developing age-graded services including universal support in early years and targeted intervention in teenage years with a focus on social justice rather than criminal justice.
Pushed (Back) In The Closet March 25 2010[1]rcamer
The document summarizes research findings on safety needs of LGBTTIQQ2S communities in Toronto. An online survey was conducted from June to October 2008. Key findings include: respondents felt unsafe using public transit and in parks at night; many experienced verbal harassment, threats of violence, and discrimination; impacts included increased isolation and reluctance to report incidents to police due to lack of confidence they would be taken seriously. Recommendations focus on education, reporting tools, and advocacy to address safety issues.
The report from the Wake County Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team summarizes their findings from reviewing 4 domestic violence homicide cases from 2014. Key findings included that the victims were most often female, killed in their own home by a male partner with a history of domestic violence and substance abuse. Mental health issues were a factor in 3 of the 4 cases. The report recommends improving information sharing between agencies, better identifying and managing high-risk offenders, and increasing support for victims and their families.
This document provides a summary of gang violence in the African American community and recommendations to prevent it. It defines the problem of gang violence and prevalence rates. African American gangs have high rates of violence despite lower membership. Factors that contribute to gang violence include poverty, lack of opportunities, and social disorganization. The document recommends that the mayor implement community outreach programs to reduce poverty and increase social and economic well-being, citing two specific programs as examples: Neighborhood Centers Inc. and Connecticut Association for Human Services. Both work to improve communities and move families out of poverty.
1) The study examined the relationship between adolescents' intentional exposure to pornography and sexually aggressive behavior. It found that about 1 in 5 youth reported exposure to non-violent pornography, while 1 in 20 reported exposure to violent pornography.
2) Exposure to non-violent pornography was not associated with increased in-person sexual assault, and may have a protective effect. However, it was linked to increased technology-based sexual harassment.
3) Exposure to violent pornography was strongly associated with increased odds of both technology-based and in-person sexual aggression. The data suggest that violent pornography exposure could increase the risk of peer-to-peer sexual victimization among adolescents.
Global alliance queering the response sept 15Susan Scott
This document summarizes a study examining police reports of domestic violence involving LGBTQ+ couples. Key findings include:
- Rates of domestic violence among LGBTQ+ couples are similar to or higher than heterosexual couples.
- Police reports rely on binary gender definitions which impacts analyzing LGBTQ+ victimization rates.
- Types, seriousness and number of charges laid against LGBTQ+ and heterosexual perpetrators were similar.
- Risk factors identified varied between LGBTQ+ and heterosexual couples depending on type of police report.
The study highlights the need to incorporate LGBTQ+ perspectives and considerations into police training and domestic violence response.
Risk Factors, Risk Assessments, and Collaboration to Prevent Domestic Violenc...Adam Varn
This document discusses risk factors for domestic violence homicide and the InVEST program. It provides statistics on domestic violence homicides nationally and in Florida. It then describes the InVEST program, which provides enhanced advocacy services to individuals identified as being at high risk of domestic violence homicide through a coordinated community response. Key risk factors for domestic violence homicide discussed include threats, access to weapons, separation, and stalking.
This document discusses the issue of lenient treatment of female sex offenders compared to males. It provides statistics showing that the number of female sex offenders is rising in the US and many states. However, conviction and sentencing rates for females remain lower than guidelines. The document examines several state-specific examples of female teachers receiving probation or light sentences for sexual relationships with students, despite sentencing guidelines calling for heavier punishment. The document argues for equal treatment and punishment of female sex offenders in order to protect children and ensure just application of the law.
The document summarizes key findings from the Edinburgh Study of Youth Transitions and Crime regarding policing and youth justice. It found that 1) persistent serious offending is associated with victimization and social adversity, 2) early identification of at-risk children is difficult and may be counterproductive, 3) critical moments in early teenage years shape pathways in and out of offending, and 4) diversionary strategies help facilitate desistance from crime. The study suggests developing age-graded services including universal support in early years and targeted intervention in teenage years with a focus on social justice rather than criminal justice.
This article co-written by Dr. Robert J. Winn which aims to quantify the number of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in Philadelphia who report to be victims of domestic violence.
This document provides an overview of a research project conducted in Massachusetts to study how family courts handle cases involving intimate partner violence (IPV). Surveys were administered to litigants, judges, and probation officers over two phases from 2009-2010. 212 litigants, 44 probation officers, and 10 judges participated. The project aimed to identify how often IPV is a factor in family court cases and explore stakeholder perceptions to inform systemic improvements around safety and addressing IPV in family court proceedings. Key findings revealed gaps between litigants' and other stakeholders' experiences that, if addressed, could enhance outcomes and safety in high-risk family court cases.
The document summarizes a two-day workshop on sexual violence research held by the National Institute of Justice in June 2008. Day one included opening remarks, presentations on current sexual violence research from the Centers for Disease Control, National Institutes of Health and National Institute of Justice, and discussions of research priorities. Topics included surveillance methods, risk factors, prevention programs, and evaluations of intervention efforts. The goal was to advance knowledge on responding to sexual violence and inform criminal justice policies.
Gang Membership, Violence, and Psychiatric Morbidityjeremy coid
Gang members engage in many high-risk activities associated with psychiatric morbidity, particularly violence related ones. The authors investigated associations between gang membership, violent behavior, psychiatric morbidity, and
use of mental health services. The study concluded that gang members show inordinately high levels of psychiatric morbidity,
placing a heavy burden on mental health services. Traumatization and fear of further violence, exceptionally prevalent in gang members, are associated with service use. Gang membership should be routinely assessed in individuals presenting to health care services in areas with high levels of violence and gang activity. Health care professionals may have an important role in promoting desistence from gang activity.
Equal access to justice? Rape victimisation and psychosocial disabiltyLouise Ellison
This document discusses research on victimization rates and experiences of individuals with psychosocial disabilities (PSD) reporting rape. Several studies found much higher rates of violent victimization, including rape, among people with PSD compared to the general population. However, rape complaints involving complainants with recorded mental health conditions (MHC) in a UK police dataset were more likely to be discontinued, and those complainants were more likely to have their credibility doubted. Remaining gaps in data on PSD and attrition in criminal justice systems are inconsistent with equality obligations.
The document summarizes research on the Partner Cyberabuse Questionnaire, which aims to capture technology-based intimate partner violence. The study involved focus groups that indicated cyberabuse by partners is distinct from peer cyberbullying. A quantitative study found 98 women reported high rates of cyberabuse behaviors from former or current partners. A single factor captured all 9 cyberabuse behaviors, and cyberabuse was more common than physical or sexual violence. Cyberabuse was correlated with injury, psychological abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, partner infidelity, and partner alcohol problems. The study suggests fully capturing relationship abuse requires understanding evolving technology-based acts.
1) A survey of 160 residents in Tompkins County, NY found that over half believed child sexual abuse was a serious problem in their area, and most felt confident in their ability to identify inappropriate behaviors or signs of abuse.
2) Respondents were asked about their knowledge, attitudes and beliefs regarding child sexual abuse through phone interviews. However, the sample was not fully representative of the county population.
3) The majority of respondents thought child sexual abuse was preventable and believed they would respond appropriately if they suspected abuse, though some answers may have been impacted by discomfort with the topic.
The study examined how perceptions of sex crimes are affected by the victim's age, gender, and the offender's gender. Participants read scenarios varying these factors and rated harmfulness. Results showed female victims and male offenders were seen as most harmful. Controlling for male rape myths, female offender/male victim scenarios were rated least harmful. The study aimed to add to limited research on gender effects in sex crime perceptions.
The document discusses sexual cultures, risk, and social control in the context of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. It examines how identities have shifted from an "AIDS panic" to a more manageable identity in the post-HAART era. It also explores rational choice models of HIV prevention and their limitations, and recommends increased culturally sensitive education and inclusive policymaking to address issues of criminalization related to HIV transmission.
This summary provides an overview of a research study examining factors that could predict police officers' attitudes towards the Black Lives Matter movement. The study surveyed 68 police officers across two departments, collecting data on demographics, preferred news sources, and moral beliefs. Significant positive correlations were found between survey items. Hispanic officers were more likely than white officers to perceive Black Lives Matter as legitimate. The use of conservative vs. neutral news sources also predicted some differences in attitudes. The study aimed to understand how individual police officers' characteristics may influence their interactions with communities and views of the Black Lives Matter movement.
The relationship between types ofchildhood victimisation andojas18
This study examined the relationship between different types of childhood victimization (such as physical abuse, neglect, witnessing violence) and criminal behavior in young adulthood. The researchers analyzed data on over 2,000 young Swedish adults who reported experiencing at least one form of childhood victimization. They found that experiences of physical assault, neglect, and witnessing violence as a child were significantly associated with criminal behavior in young adulthood, even after accounting for gender, substance use, and psychopathy. However, experiences of property crimes, verbal abuse, or sexual abuse were not significantly linked to later criminal behavior. This suggests that childhood experiences involving direct violence or witnessing violence carry the greatest risk for criminal behavior in adulthood.
This document discusses the evolution of domestic violence control measures and techniques. It outlines how views of domestic violence have shifted from considering it a private matter to recognizing it as a serious social issue and criminal offense. Early approaches focused on legal reforms and victim advocacy groups, while more recent strategies emphasize treatment programs and alternative sentencing to reduce incarceration costs and facilitate rehabilitation. The document examines different theories around domestic violence and analyzes how policies and societal views have progressed in recognizing and addressing this issue over time.
The editorial discusses whether there is a genetic basis for recidivism, or re-offending, among sex offenders and violent criminals. It notes that recidivism rates are around 18.9% for rapists and 12.7% for child molesters. Recent genetic research suggests that certain genes may predispose individuals to impulsive or antisocial behaviors, putting them at greater risk of criminal involvement. Specifically, studies have found a link between low levels of the MAOA enzyme and increased antisocial behavior. While genetics cannot determine behavior directly, an understanding of biological and social factors related to criminality could help develop more preventative and humane criminal justice policies that incorporate genetic risk factors.
This meta-analysis examined differences between male adolescents who committed sexual offenses against intrafamilial victims (AIV) versus extrafamilial victims (AEV). The analysis included 26 studies comparing 2169 AIV and 2852 AEV. Key findings were that AIV presented with greater atypical sexual interests, increased sexual regulation issues, more severe family dysfunction, more extensive childhood maltreatment histories, and greater internalizing psychopathology than AEV. In contrast, AEV presented with more indicators of antisociality than AIV.
Although most Allegheny County residents say that they feel safe in their neighborhoods, Pittsburgh's homicide rate is higher than the average of U.S. cities of similar size. The majority of these homicides are the result of street violence. There are strategies that have been shown to reduce this street violence, but, to be effective, they must focus on those at highest risk and be implemented in a collaborative way that involves community members as well as agencies in the criminal justice and human service systems.
This report is the result of interviews with more than 50 practitioners; reviews of local, state and national programs; research on the roots of violence and evidence-based practices that have been effective in combatting street violence; and discussions with noted experts in the field of criminal and juvenile justice. It presents recommendations of specific, proven strategies that can reduce street violence in Allegheny County within one to five years.
4% of adolescents reported engaging in technology-based sexual solicitation in the past year. Youth who engaged in solicitation were more likely to use the internet frequently, be exposed to sexual/violent content online, have experienced offline sexual aggression, have poor parental monitoring and relationships, and have been previously victimized online. Key risk markers included household education, social media use, offline sexual aggression, low parental monitoring, prior online victimization, exposure to violence and pornography.
Very few of us know that 73% of the rape victims know the rapists. Moreover, 40% of rapes happen at victim’s home and 20% occur in the homes of familiar people.
It turned out that most of us have no idea about the effective precautions needed to protect ourselves from the traumatic experience, because we expect danger from a wrong source. A widespread belief is that one should expect a rapist to sit in the bushes in the park late at night, while the reality is different.
My colleague Paulina Grzelak and I were astonished while exploring this topic, as we were quite oblivious to the real situation as well. Therefore, we decided to make a small questionnaire and ask people what they think about rape.
This presentation begins with the analysis of what makes a person become a rapist, which is followed by the comparison of the results of the questionnaire with real data.
I would be grateful if you shared this presentation as many people need this knowledge.
I also want to add that most figures we present come from the States where definition of rape and social situation may differ from ours. Hence, comparing data from the U.S. with opinions from Poland and Ukraine may seem improper. For instance, being forced into sexual contact by husband may not even be recognized as rape in Ukraine, “because it’s his natural right”. And even if a wife admits this fact, social welfare system (which does not exist here, let’s face it) leaves her no option apart from remaining silent, while in the U.S. rape victims are less dependent on family members. Therefore, one has to approach the statistics carefully. Still, we believe that using American data can be justified by the fact that they explore the subject more than any other country.
Innovations in Domestic Violence Intervention Poster PresentationPatricia Hall
The document summarizes the Offender Focused Domestic Violence Initiative (OFDVI) implemented in High Point, NC to reduce domestic violence recidivism. The OFDVI applies a focused deterrence strategy that identifies domestic violence offenders based on their history, notifies them that their violence will not be tolerated, and promises swift sanctions for reoffending. In its first year, the OFDVI achieved reoffense rates of only 5-8% for 673 offenders, significantly lower than the typical 20-34% recidivism rates. The strategy aims to deter future offenses through offender notifications and by addressing gaps in how the criminal justice system handles domestic violence cases.
This document provides information about sexual assault policies and statistics in different states. It begins with an introduction explaining the purpose is to objectively provide information, not make policy suggestions. Section 1 discusses statistics about victims and perpetrators of sexual assault in the US. Section 2 reviews the states with the highest and lowest reported rape rates. Alaska and South Dakota have the highest, while New Jersey and New York have the lowest. Section 3 notes definitions of sexual assault and rape vary by state and provides federal definitions for context.
A cross sectional analysis on Domestic violence among married women of reprod...BANAFULRoy
This document summarizes a study on domestic violence among married women in Bangladesh. The study found that 91% of women reported their husband's controlling behavior. 83% said their husbands restricted access to healthcare. 57% reported being sexually abused by their husbands in the past year. Only 19% of physically abused women disclosed the abuse to others and 17% sought help. The study highlights the need for better implementation of domestic violence laws in Bangladesh and increasing support services for abused women.
Through researching established hip-hop magazines, the author incorporated conventions like placing the magazine title and slogan prominently. However, the front cover subverts expectations by featuring an Asian female model, as hip hop magazines typically use black male models. The magazine title "Street Heat" suggests an urban genre in line with hip hop. Clothing items like baseball caps and Air Jordan sneakers seen in spreads are commonly associated with hip hop artists. Minimal text is used to draw attention to images, a convention in music magazines.
Las pipetas son instrumentos de precisión para transferir volúmenes definidos de líquidos. Están hechas de vidrio o plástico. Los errores comunes en el uso de pipetas incluyen vibraciones al sostenerlas, efectos de la temperatura, e inclinación variable durante el vaciado. Las pipetas microscópicas se usan en microbiología, industrias farmacéutica y alimenticia, y laboratorios.
This article co-written by Dr. Robert J. Winn which aims to quantify the number of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in Philadelphia who report to be victims of domestic violence.
This document provides an overview of a research project conducted in Massachusetts to study how family courts handle cases involving intimate partner violence (IPV). Surveys were administered to litigants, judges, and probation officers over two phases from 2009-2010. 212 litigants, 44 probation officers, and 10 judges participated. The project aimed to identify how often IPV is a factor in family court cases and explore stakeholder perceptions to inform systemic improvements around safety and addressing IPV in family court proceedings. Key findings revealed gaps between litigants' and other stakeholders' experiences that, if addressed, could enhance outcomes and safety in high-risk family court cases.
The document summarizes a two-day workshop on sexual violence research held by the National Institute of Justice in June 2008. Day one included opening remarks, presentations on current sexual violence research from the Centers for Disease Control, National Institutes of Health and National Institute of Justice, and discussions of research priorities. Topics included surveillance methods, risk factors, prevention programs, and evaluations of intervention efforts. The goal was to advance knowledge on responding to sexual violence and inform criminal justice policies.
Gang Membership, Violence, and Psychiatric Morbidityjeremy coid
Gang members engage in many high-risk activities associated with psychiatric morbidity, particularly violence related ones. The authors investigated associations between gang membership, violent behavior, psychiatric morbidity, and
use of mental health services. The study concluded that gang members show inordinately high levels of psychiatric morbidity,
placing a heavy burden on mental health services. Traumatization and fear of further violence, exceptionally prevalent in gang members, are associated with service use. Gang membership should be routinely assessed in individuals presenting to health care services in areas with high levels of violence and gang activity. Health care professionals may have an important role in promoting desistence from gang activity.
Equal access to justice? Rape victimisation and psychosocial disabiltyLouise Ellison
This document discusses research on victimization rates and experiences of individuals with psychosocial disabilities (PSD) reporting rape. Several studies found much higher rates of violent victimization, including rape, among people with PSD compared to the general population. However, rape complaints involving complainants with recorded mental health conditions (MHC) in a UK police dataset were more likely to be discontinued, and those complainants were more likely to have their credibility doubted. Remaining gaps in data on PSD and attrition in criminal justice systems are inconsistent with equality obligations.
The document summarizes research on the Partner Cyberabuse Questionnaire, which aims to capture technology-based intimate partner violence. The study involved focus groups that indicated cyberabuse by partners is distinct from peer cyberbullying. A quantitative study found 98 women reported high rates of cyberabuse behaviors from former or current partners. A single factor captured all 9 cyberabuse behaviors, and cyberabuse was more common than physical or sexual violence. Cyberabuse was correlated with injury, psychological abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, partner infidelity, and partner alcohol problems. The study suggests fully capturing relationship abuse requires understanding evolving technology-based acts.
1) A survey of 160 residents in Tompkins County, NY found that over half believed child sexual abuse was a serious problem in their area, and most felt confident in their ability to identify inappropriate behaviors or signs of abuse.
2) Respondents were asked about their knowledge, attitudes and beliefs regarding child sexual abuse through phone interviews. However, the sample was not fully representative of the county population.
3) The majority of respondents thought child sexual abuse was preventable and believed they would respond appropriately if they suspected abuse, though some answers may have been impacted by discomfort with the topic.
The study examined how perceptions of sex crimes are affected by the victim's age, gender, and the offender's gender. Participants read scenarios varying these factors and rated harmfulness. Results showed female victims and male offenders were seen as most harmful. Controlling for male rape myths, female offender/male victim scenarios were rated least harmful. The study aimed to add to limited research on gender effects in sex crime perceptions.
The document discusses sexual cultures, risk, and social control in the context of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. It examines how identities have shifted from an "AIDS panic" to a more manageable identity in the post-HAART era. It also explores rational choice models of HIV prevention and their limitations, and recommends increased culturally sensitive education and inclusive policymaking to address issues of criminalization related to HIV transmission.
This summary provides an overview of a research study examining factors that could predict police officers' attitudes towards the Black Lives Matter movement. The study surveyed 68 police officers across two departments, collecting data on demographics, preferred news sources, and moral beliefs. Significant positive correlations were found between survey items. Hispanic officers were more likely than white officers to perceive Black Lives Matter as legitimate. The use of conservative vs. neutral news sources also predicted some differences in attitudes. The study aimed to understand how individual police officers' characteristics may influence their interactions with communities and views of the Black Lives Matter movement.
The relationship between types ofchildhood victimisation andojas18
This study examined the relationship between different types of childhood victimization (such as physical abuse, neglect, witnessing violence) and criminal behavior in young adulthood. The researchers analyzed data on over 2,000 young Swedish adults who reported experiencing at least one form of childhood victimization. They found that experiences of physical assault, neglect, and witnessing violence as a child were significantly associated with criminal behavior in young adulthood, even after accounting for gender, substance use, and psychopathy. However, experiences of property crimes, verbal abuse, or sexual abuse were not significantly linked to later criminal behavior. This suggests that childhood experiences involving direct violence or witnessing violence carry the greatest risk for criminal behavior in adulthood.
This document discusses the evolution of domestic violence control measures and techniques. It outlines how views of domestic violence have shifted from considering it a private matter to recognizing it as a serious social issue and criminal offense. Early approaches focused on legal reforms and victim advocacy groups, while more recent strategies emphasize treatment programs and alternative sentencing to reduce incarceration costs and facilitate rehabilitation. The document examines different theories around domestic violence and analyzes how policies and societal views have progressed in recognizing and addressing this issue over time.
The editorial discusses whether there is a genetic basis for recidivism, or re-offending, among sex offenders and violent criminals. It notes that recidivism rates are around 18.9% for rapists and 12.7% for child molesters. Recent genetic research suggests that certain genes may predispose individuals to impulsive or antisocial behaviors, putting them at greater risk of criminal involvement. Specifically, studies have found a link between low levels of the MAOA enzyme and increased antisocial behavior. While genetics cannot determine behavior directly, an understanding of biological and social factors related to criminality could help develop more preventative and humane criminal justice policies that incorporate genetic risk factors.
This meta-analysis examined differences between male adolescents who committed sexual offenses against intrafamilial victims (AIV) versus extrafamilial victims (AEV). The analysis included 26 studies comparing 2169 AIV and 2852 AEV. Key findings were that AIV presented with greater atypical sexual interests, increased sexual regulation issues, more severe family dysfunction, more extensive childhood maltreatment histories, and greater internalizing psychopathology than AEV. In contrast, AEV presented with more indicators of antisociality than AIV.
Although most Allegheny County residents say that they feel safe in their neighborhoods, Pittsburgh's homicide rate is higher than the average of U.S. cities of similar size. The majority of these homicides are the result of street violence. There are strategies that have been shown to reduce this street violence, but, to be effective, they must focus on those at highest risk and be implemented in a collaborative way that involves community members as well as agencies in the criminal justice and human service systems.
This report is the result of interviews with more than 50 practitioners; reviews of local, state and national programs; research on the roots of violence and evidence-based practices that have been effective in combatting street violence; and discussions with noted experts in the field of criminal and juvenile justice. It presents recommendations of specific, proven strategies that can reduce street violence in Allegheny County within one to five years.
4% of adolescents reported engaging in technology-based sexual solicitation in the past year. Youth who engaged in solicitation were more likely to use the internet frequently, be exposed to sexual/violent content online, have experienced offline sexual aggression, have poor parental monitoring and relationships, and have been previously victimized online. Key risk markers included household education, social media use, offline sexual aggression, low parental monitoring, prior online victimization, exposure to violence and pornography.
Very few of us know that 73% of the rape victims know the rapists. Moreover, 40% of rapes happen at victim’s home and 20% occur in the homes of familiar people.
It turned out that most of us have no idea about the effective precautions needed to protect ourselves from the traumatic experience, because we expect danger from a wrong source. A widespread belief is that one should expect a rapist to sit in the bushes in the park late at night, while the reality is different.
My colleague Paulina Grzelak and I were astonished while exploring this topic, as we were quite oblivious to the real situation as well. Therefore, we decided to make a small questionnaire and ask people what they think about rape.
This presentation begins with the analysis of what makes a person become a rapist, which is followed by the comparison of the results of the questionnaire with real data.
I would be grateful if you shared this presentation as many people need this knowledge.
I also want to add that most figures we present come from the States where definition of rape and social situation may differ from ours. Hence, comparing data from the U.S. with opinions from Poland and Ukraine may seem improper. For instance, being forced into sexual contact by husband may not even be recognized as rape in Ukraine, “because it’s his natural right”. And even if a wife admits this fact, social welfare system (which does not exist here, let’s face it) leaves her no option apart from remaining silent, while in the U.S. rape victims are less dependent on family members. Therefore, one has to approach the statistics carefully. Still, we believe that using American data can be justified by the fact that they explore the subject more than any other country.
Innovations in Domestic Violence Intervention Poster PresentationPatricia Hall
The document summarizes the Offender Focused Domestic Violence Initiative (OFDVI) implemented in High Point, NC to reduce domestic violence recidivism. The OFDVI applies a focused deterrence strategy that identifies domestic violence offenders based on their history, notifies them that their violence will not be tolerated, and promises swift sanctions for reoffending. In its first year, the OFDVI achieved reoffense rates of only 5-8% for 673 offenders, significantly lower than the typical 20-34% recidivism rates. The strategy aims to deter future offenses through offender notifications and by addressing gaps in how the criminal justice system handles domestic violence cases.
This document provides information about sexual assault policies and statistics in different states. It begins with an introduction explaining the purpose is to objectively provide information, not make policy suggestions. Section 1 discusses statistics about victims and perpetrators of sexual assault in the US. Section 2 reviews the states with the highest and lowest reported rape rates. Alaska and South Dakota have the highest, while New Jersey and New York have the lowest. Section 3 notes definitions of sexual assault and rape vary by state and provides federal definitions for context.
A cross sectional analysis on Domestic violence among married women of reprod...BANAFULRoy
This document summarizes a study on domestic violence among married women in Bangladesh. The study found that 91% of women reported their husband's controlling behavior. 83% said their husbands restricted access to healthcare. 57% reported being sexually abused by their husbands in the past year. Only 19% of physically abused women disclosed the abuse to others and 17% sought help. The study highlights the need for better implementation of domestic violence laws in Bangladesh and increasing support services for abused women.
Through researching established hip-hop magazines, the author incorporated conventions like placing the magazine title and slogan prominently. However, the front cover subverts expectations by featuring an Asian female model, as hip hop magazines typically use black male models. The magazine title "Street Heat" suggests an urban genre in line with hip hop. Clothing items like baseball caps and Air Jordan sneakers seen in spreads are commonly associated with hip hop artists. Minimal text is used to draw attention to images, a convention in music magazines.
Las pipetas son instrumentos de precisión para transferir volúmenes definidos de líquidos. Están hechas de vidrio o plástico. Los errores comunes en el uso de pipetas incluyen vibraciones al sostenerlas, efectos de la temperatura, e inclinación variable durante el vaciado. Las pipetas microscópicas se usan en microbiología, industrias farmacéutica y alimenticia, y laboratorios.
Rhiannah Baker set up a 120x80 pixel document and used drawing tools to create elements for a space-themed game, including writing "space age" and "start" and drawing a white paddle. When animating, Rhiannah made the start button flash and moved the ball and paddle a few pixels at a time between frames to simulate gameplay. As the game progressed, interactions increased until elements disappeared at the end using the hide tool and a "you lose" message flashed to conclude the game.
Este documento presenta una introducción al tema de los grupos. Explica que el ser humano es un ser social que necesita interactuar con otros individuos para desarrollarse y sobrevivir. Define al grupo como la unidad formada por un número de individuos que interactúan entre sí y comparten normas. Finalmente, destaca la importancia de estudiar los grupos debido a que constituyen una forma habitual de interacción humana y pueden ser una herramienta útil en diversos campos como la formación, el trabajo y la terapia.
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While many recent reports speak about the negative impact AI and work, our presentation introduces the idea and vision of the future of AI as a complementary force that improves all areas of human activity. The deck also gives an overview of Sherpa.AI's conversational AI platform as a potential driving force of that integration.
Presenter: Lang Richardson, CEO, Lifejoin
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A perenting programme for parents with learning disabilities and/or difficultiesBASPCAN
The document provides information about the Mellow Futures parenting programme for parents with learning disabilities and/or difficulties. It was piloted in two sites in the UK from 2012-2015. The programme aims to support parents by providing early intervention services and increasing community support. It involves parenting courses, mentoring support, and evaluating the impact on children's outcomes, parent well-being, and local service provision. Evaluation of the programme found it increased parents' confidence and understanding of child development, though some adaptations were needed. Referrers also reported positive impacts, but the complex needs of families meant ongoing support was still required.
'With knowledge comes responsibility'? International social policy responses ...BASPCAN
This document summarizes a presentation about international social policy responses to adult care-leavers. It discusses key terms, research methods, findings from inquiries in several countries, apologies, redress schemes, and examples of good practice. The presentation covers the production of knowledge through inquiries, formal apologies offered in some places, and different models of redress schemes implemented across countries. It concludes that while there have been a range of initiatives, knowledge has not always led to responsibility.
This document discusses the meaning and importance of working capital for businesses. It defines working capital as the capital required for financing short-term assets like inventory, cash, and debtors. There are two concepts of working capital - gross working capital, which is the total current assets, and net working capital, which is current assets minus current liabilities. The document outlines the key components of current assets and current liabilities. It emphasizes the importance of adequate working capital for business solvency, cash flow, and meeting short-term obligations. Both excessive and inadequate working capital can harm a business.
Peritraumatic Dissociation in Labour: Is it a sentinel signal of mothers at r...BASPCAN
Peritraumatic dissociation during labour may be a sentinel signal for impaired parenting among mothers with histories of trauma and PTSD. A study assessed women's experiences of dissociation during labour using the Peritraumatic Dissociation Experiences Questionnaire and found that higher dissociation scores predicted poorer postpartum bonding. The study suggests labour may act as a stress test revealing parenting difficulties for trauma-affected mothers. Identifying and addressing peritraumatic dissociation during labour could help prevent impaired parenting among at-risk mothers.
Supporting children and families returning home from care: Counting the costsBASPCAN
This document summarizes a study that estimated the costs of providing various levels of support services to families returning home from foster care compared to the costs of children re-entering foster care. The study used secondary data and unit cost estimations to model costs. It estimated that providing high, medium, or low levels of support to families based on their needs would cost an average of £5,627 per family. For the 47% of children who re-enter care, the average cost was estimated to be £61,614 per child. The breakeven point where costs are offset by preventing reentry to care was estimated to be if reunification was successful for just 19% more children nationally each year.
Research Review The Impact of DomesticViolence on Children.docxdebishakespeare
Research Review: The Impact of Domestic
Violence on Children
Dr John Devaney1
Summary: This paper reviews the research on the prevalence and impact of
domestic violence on children, and considers how professionals should respond to
children’s needs to best provide support and ensure their safety.
Keywords: domestic violence, impact on children, child abuse, coping mechanisms,
brain development, toxic stress, interventions, child protection.
Introduction
Domestic violence is a significant problem for those whose life is affected
by this issue, the social, health and criminal justice agencies that respond
to it, and wider society that must bear the costs. Whilst domestic violence
is not a new phenomenon, the past thirty years has seen increas-
ing public awareness and a growing political consensus that something
needs to be done, even if what should be done is less clear (Holt and
Devaney, 2015). Over time our understanding about the presentation,
dynamics and impact of domestic violence has developed, resulting in the
need to define what is it that society needs to tackle. This, however, has
not been a trouble free endeavour, with definitions and understanding of
violence varying across research studies, regions and cultural settings
(European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights, 2014). In Northern
Ireland domestic violence (also referred to as domestic abuse or intimate
partner violence in the literature) has been defined as:
Threatening, controlling, coercive behaviour, violence or abuse
(psychological, physical, verbal, sexual, financial or emotional) inflicted
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1 John Devaney, PhD. is a senior lecturer in social work in the School of Sociology, Social Policy
and Social Work at Queen’s University Belfast. Email [email protected]
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on anyone (irrespective of age, ethnicity, religion, gender or sexual
orientation) by a current or former intimate partner or family member.
(Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety and
Department of Justice, 2013)
In a British Crime Survey it was reported that half of those who suffered
domestic violence in the previous year were living with a child aged
sixteen years or younger (Mirrlees-Black, 1999). Within the United
Kingdom it is estimated that up to one million children have been
exposed to domestic violence (UNICEF, 2006). Yet in spite of these
stark statistics there has been, until recently, a systemic failure by public
agencies to appreciate that the presence of domestic violence should be
an indicator of the importance of assessing the needs of children to both
support and protection when living in the same household as the victim.
This article seeks to summarise the key messages from the research
literature on the prevalence and impact of domestic violence on children,
and to draw some conclusions about how professionals should respond
to children’s needs for safety and suppo ...
Sexual assault cases regularly make headlines and can potentially cause serious reputational harm to law enforcement agencies and police departments for mishandling the cases or not pursuing them vigorously enough.
Sexual assault cases regularly make headlines and can potentially cause serious reputational harm to law enforcement agencies and police departments for mishandling the cases or not pursuing them vigorously enough.
The picture on the left shows the latest developments in a long-term problem of sexual assault on college campuses. In June, Candice Johnson, OCR Acting Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights issued a memo that effectively stalled investigation of civil rights violations including sexual assault on campuses. A month later, Democratic Senators Kirsten Gillibrand from New York State and Claire McCaskill from Missouri urged Secretary of Education Betsy Devos to reverse this decision as unlawful because of failure to protect students under Title IX. Full text of the memo and Title IX, Sec. 1681 Sex are part of your lesson handout.
Similar problem with widespread sexual assault, and especially against minors, is a long-term problem at cruise ships. Because of the nature of cruise ships, there is no immediate response by law enforcement and the ship guards that investigate the matter are the cruise company’s employees therefore often unlikely to be of meaningful help to the victims. Jurisdiction can be federal, state or foreign, depending on the ship’s flag.
Finally, sexual violence in a workplace can be difficult to address because of the unequal relationship between parties and under-reporting. Recently, car company Tesla appeared in the news as a hostile workplace to women.
Presented by
John Lynch, Yamhill Co. Juv. Dept.
SUPERVISION & TREATMENT
OF SEXUAL OFFENDERS
1
Almost every hand you’ve shaken has touched a penis.
THINK ABOUT THIS
FOR A SECOND…
To gain knowledge regarding the broad range of considerations when supervising offenders who have committed sexual offenses and to examine effective intervention strategies.
LEARNING GOAL
Myths about sex offenders
Common characteristics of sex offenders
Sexual offense recidivism rates
Risk factors that are/are not associated
with recidivism
Common tactics of sex offenders
WE WILL COVER…
“Success-oriented” supervision model
The importance of communication
Specialized supervision conditions and
success-oriented goals
How to respond to violations
WE WILL COVER…
Effective interventions
Common treatment goals
Use of the polygraph
Doing your job better & reducing your
stress
WE WILL COVER…
SEX OFFENDER VERSION
7
Most sexual offenses are committed by strangers.
Most sexual offenses are committed by someone known to the victim or victim’s family, regardless if the victim is a child or an adult.
Approximately 60% of boys and 80% of girls who are sexually victimized are abused by someone known to the child or the child’s family.
From 2005 to 2010, 78% of sexual violence involved an offender who was a family member, intimate partner, friend, or acquaintance.
Debunking the Myths
Bullet 2 – (60% boys / 80% girls) is from Lieb, Quinsey, and Berliner, 1998.
In a 2009 study conducted by the US Dept. of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, 13,471 juvenile sex offender cases were evaluated which revealed that in 88.2% of reported incidents, the victim was either a family member or acquaintance.
Only 2.5% involved a victim who was considered a stranger to the offender.
Victim Relationship
Rape and sexual assault victimizations against females by victim-offender relationship
1994–1998, 1999–2004, and 2005–2010Victim-Offender Relationship1994-19981999-20042005-2010Stranger
Non-stranger21%
79%25%
75%22%
78%Intimate Partner
(includes former spouse, BF, GF)28%30%34%Relative9%3%6%Acquaintance42%42%38%
Source: Bureau of Justice Statistics, National Crime Victimization Survey, 1994–2010.
Female Victims of Sexual Violence, 1994-2010 (March 2013). Special report published by the US Dept. of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Statistics.
Sexual offense rates are higher than ever and continue to climb.
Despite the increase in publicity about sexual crimes, from 1995 to 2010, the estimated annual rate of female (age 12 or older) rape or sexual assault victimizations has declined 58%.
Debunking the Myths
Only a fraction of those who commit sexual offenses are apprehended and convicted for their crimes.
Debunking the Myths
Debunking the Myths
This figure taken from the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) website, acces.
Controlling or Coercive Behaviour in Relationships: Making Legislation Work M...IBB Law
Mention domestic abuse and many will immediately think of visible bruises, scars and marks on a victim. Yet domestic abuse is not only physical. Psychological, emotional and financial abuse are all types of domestic abuse categorised under coercive or controlling behaviour. Each can result in a victim being isolated from their friends and family; being controlled over aspects of their everyday life, such as where they can
go, who they can see, what they can wear and when they can sleep; and controlling their finances.
For more information on the topic raised in this report please contact IBB Solicitors family and matrimonial legal experts via the link below:
https://www.ibblaw.co.uk/service/family-matrimonial
Divorce and Matrimonial Team
IBB Solicitors
The Bury
Chesham, Buckinghamshire
HP5 1JE
Tel: 03456 381381
This document discusses juvenile delinquency, particularly female juvenile delinquency. It notes that while juvenile delinquency rates are declining, girls are the fastest growing segment of the juvenile justice system. There is a lack of appropriate programs and services for female juvenile offenders, especially pregnant teens, as the system was designed for males. Child abuse and family dysfunction are discussed as factors that can contribute to female juvenile delinquency.
Controlling or Coercive Behaviour in Relationships: Making Legislation Work M...IBB Law
Mention domestic abuse and many will immediately think of visible bruises, scars and marks on a victim. Yet domestic abuse is not only physical. Psychological, emotional and financial abuse are all types of domestic abuse categorised under coercive or controlling behaviour. Each can result in a victim being isolated from their friends and family; being controlled over aspects of their everyday life, such as where they can go, who they can see, what they can wear and when they can sleep; and controlling their finances.
For more information on the topic raised in this report please contact IBB Law's Family and Matrimonial legal experts via the link below:
https://www.ibblaw.co.uk/service/family-matrimonial
Divorce and Matrimonial Team
IBB Law
The Bury
Chesham, Buckinghamshire
HP5 1JE
Tel: 03456 381381
Running head: JUVENILE JUSTICE 1
JUVENILE JUSTICE 21
Title of Project: Juvenile Justice System
XXXXXXX E. XXXX
Mentor: Prof. Christine Hansen
Liberal Arts Capstone (LIB-495-OL008)
State University
11 January 2018
Abstract
The Juvenile Justice Systems has been established with a significant aim of diverting adolescent offender’s destructive punitive actions of criminal courts as well as encouraging youth rehabilitation that is based on the needs of an individual juvenile. This system differs from adult criminal courts in numbers of ways. It looks at an adolescent as a person who needs assistance, instead of looking at the act that made him or her appearance before the court. The judge ought to act in the best suitable interests of the child. Juvenile court proceedings were always closed to the public. Juvenile records were also to remain very confidential so that they do not to interfere with the ability of the child or adolescent to be rehabilitated and merged back into the society. Juveniles are never charged with any crimes, instead of with delinquencies. They are never found guilty but instead, are considered delinquent. They are never sent to prison, but rather to training schools or reformatories. Treatment that incorporates the provision of educational facilities for juvenile offenders, counseling, and guidance, etc. are far better off than punishments that involve prison sentences or fines. This is so because a child would feel loved and cared for. This element plants a seed of love into the juvenile offender’s heart making him or her better person. On the other hand, however, punishment makes them more aware of their criminal character because it gives them what they deserve. They live in self-condemnation.
Table of Contents
Abstract 2
Chapter 1 5
Introduction 5
Background of the Topic 5
Problem Statement 6
Significance of the Study 6
Methodology 6
Definition of Terms 8
Chapter 2 9
Literature review 9
Introduction 9
History of the Juvenile Justice 9
Risk Factors that Escalate Juvenile Crime 10
Chapter 3 15
Research Design and Methodology 15
Introduction 15
Triangulation 15
Sampling 15
Plan of Action 16
Main Research Question: What should be done to curb the increasing violent crimes committed by youthful offenders? 17
Sub research question: What are the underlying social issues that lead to delinquent and criminal behavior in adolescents? 17
Conclusion 18
Chapter 4 19
Results of the Study 19
Introduction 19
Findings 20
Main Research question: What should be done to curb the increasing violent crimes committed by youthful offenders? 20
Sub-question: What are the underlying social issues that lead to delinquent and criminal behavior in adolescents? 22
Discussion from Questionnaires Responses 23
Summary 23
Chapter 5 25
Summary and Discussion 25
Introduction 25
Statement of Problem 26
Explanation of Project 27
Re ...
The document discusses violence among children and juveniles. It finds that between 1983-1993, cases of violent offenses and weapons violations in juvenile courts increased substantially. Specifically, cases against persons committed by youth rose 100% and violent crime index offenses and weapons law violations increased 98% and 156% respectively. More recently, arrest rates for violent crimes have continued rising faster for youth under age 15 than older youth. Reasons proposed for the increases in youth violence include more violence in society overall, more negative influences in children's lives, and a lack of support from social institutions like family and schools.
Violent offending by young people in New Zealand: 'Perception versus reality'...robine
This document discusses perceptions of youth violence in New Zealand. It finds that media portrayals of youth crime exaggerate the level of violence by focusing on individual cases without context. Official statistics show that while youth apprehensions for violence have increased in recent decades, violence offenses make up a small portion of total youth crimes. Public surveys also find that people generally overestimate youth crime levels and support harsh punishments despite a lack of understanding of trends and the youth justice system. The document advocates for prevention and rehabilitation approaches given risk factors for youth violence like behavioral issues, victimization, and substance abuse.
Violent offending by young people in New Zealand: 'Perception versus reality'...robine
This document discusses perceptions of youth violence in New Zealand. It finds that media portrayals of youth crime exaggerate the level of violence by focusing on individual cases without context. Statistics show that while youth apprehensions for violence have increased in recent decades, violence offenses make up a small portion of total youth crimes. Public surveys find many people overestimate youth offending and favor punitive responses, but provide less punitive views when given more case information. The document advocates for good assessment of individual youth to determine appropriate interventions for reducing violence.
This document summarizes a report on investigating victims' viewpoints on the police response to domestic abuse. It includes an acknowledgements section, executive summary, introduction, research methods, literature review, findings from primary research interviews with 27 victims, mini case studies, and conclusions. The research found that although mandatory arrest is the current protocol, domestic abuse is too diverse for a single response and policies around mandatory arrest need to change. Victims had different experiences with police and there needs to be minimum standards of communication and demeanor, but beyond that the response should be individualized.
A Qualitative Evaluation Of The Effects Of Mandatory Reporting Of Domestic Vi...Jackie Taylor
This study evaluated Kentucky's mandatory reporting law for domestic violence through interviews with 24 female domestic violence victims. The victims were generally supportive of the law and felt professionals should be required to report abuse. They did not feel the law increased their risk of further harm or losing their children. When reports were made, adult protective services contacted victims and offered supportive services, which victims utilized. Some criticisms included the secrecy of initial contact, an oversimplified view of family violence, and lack of police response to reports. Overall, the research provides preliminary support for mandatory reporting from the perspective of victims.
Session 3 1 lllc 2222 official statistics.2016Nathan Loynes
This document provides statistics and explanations about measuring and understanding crime. It discusses four main ways of knowing how much crime exists: crimes known to police, victim surveys, self-report studies, and other agency data. It also examines definitions of crime, challenges in interpreting data, and strengths and weaknesses of different data sources. Key findings include that victimization studies are thought to provide the most accurate estimates, with the British Crime Survey estimating that 77% of crime goes unrecorded.
Violence in the_lives_of_children_and_adolescentsMunisaRayimova
This document summarizes key findings about violence experienced by children and adolescents from UNICEF data. It finds that violence is common across all stages of childhood, often occurring in familiar settings like homes and schools, and frequently perpetrated by trusted individuals. Three quarters of young children worldwide experience violent discipline at home. Many children witness domestic violence. Bullying affects nearly 130 million students. Adolescents face risks of sexual violence, homicides, and intimate partner violence. While no society is violence-free, some groups are more vulnerable, highlighting the need for targeted protections. Overall, the data reveals violence as an all-too-familiar reality in children's lives that demands urgent attention and action.
Research Goals and Objectives
To identify the current polices and practices of the criminal justice system and child protection system in the country to respond to child sexual abuse; and
To assess the institutional capacities currently available to protect children from sexual abuse
Similar to Characteristics od Sibling and Nonsibling Sexual Abuse Cases Under Canadian Child Protection Investigation (17)
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Joe Clarke, South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust
Catherine Coyle, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Sharon Beattie, Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland
Cathy MacPherson, South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust
Una Turbitt, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Brid Farell, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Anne Lazenbatt, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Lisa Bunting, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
John Devaney, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Asking for, and getting help for child neglect:children, young people and par...BASPCAN
Brigid Daniel
Professor of Social Work
University of Stirling
with thanks to:
Cheryl Burgess, University of Stirling
Jane Scott, With Scotland
Julie Taylor, University of Edinburgh
and to Action for Children
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The Parents Under Pressure (PuP) Program is a 12-module home-based parenting program that aims to reduce child abuse potential, parental stress, and child behavior problems. The modules can be addressed in any order based on family priorities and are supplemented by liaison with other social services. Studies have found the PuP program reduces child abuse potential, parental stress and improves child behavior, and for every 100 families treated there would be an estimated savings of AU$3.1 million.
Improving Decision-Making in Pre-birth Assessment: The OxPUP ProjectBASPCAN
This document summarizes the OxPUP (Oxford Pre-birth Pathway) project, which aims to improve decision-making in pre-birth assessments. It describes the OxPUP pathway, which involves identifying high-risk families during pregnancy and providing intervention. It also discusses tools used in pre-birth and postnatal assessments. The document presents two case studies, one where the child remained with their parents and one where the child was removed at birth. It finds that OxPUP cases had lower foster care costs and shorter court times compared to non-OxPUP cases.
A Pilot Study on the Feasibility and Efficacy of the Parents Under Pressure (...BASPCAN
1) The document describes the introduction of the Parents Under Pressure (PuP) program at Coolmine Therapeutic Community in Dublin to address gaps in supporting the parent-child relationship for mothers in residential treatment.
2) Quantitative and qualitative data were collected pre, mid, and post intervention to evaluate the efficacy and feasibility of PuP. Results showed reductions in depression, anxiety and stress levels as well as improvements in parent-child functioning.
3) Qualitative interviews found that PuP helped participants better understand how their childhood trauma and addiction had negatively impacted parenting, but also increased hope by providing mindfulness techniques and a supportive group environment.
Engaging young advisors in creating strategies for increasing safety at the i...BASPCAN
Young advisors from over 100 teenagers aged 13-21 across several European countries were engaged to advise on a project about increasing safety regarding new technologies and intimate partner violence. The advisors provided input on developing the project website and materials. Challenges included low online discussion participation and high turnover of advisors. Strategies to address this included providing incentives, flexible timing of meetings, and discussing issues in new ways like drawing. Key issues were lack of advisor ownership of the online space and lack of direct cross-country discussions. Recommendations included giving advisors control of social media and enabling international meetings.
Young People's Perspective on Online and Offline Experiences of Interpersonal...BASPCAN
This document summarizes key findings from a study on young people's experiences with interpersonal violence and abuse both online and offline. The study included 100 interviews with young people ages 15-18 in several European countries. Key findings included:
1. Experiences of controlling behavior and surveillance both online and offline were normalized by some youth. This included pressure to share passwords and social media accounts.
2. Sending and receiving unwanted sexual images online was also normalized in some areas, though it caused distress for others, especially in tight-knit communities.
3. Both sexual pressure and physical/emotional violence occurred offline as well, with young women disproportionately impacted.
4. New technologies played a role
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This document summarizes a study exploring intimate partner violence among young people in five European countries. The study uses a mixed-methods approach, including expert workshops, a survey of 4,500 14-17 year olds, interviews with 100 young people, and development of an app. The survey finds high rates of online and offline emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. Girls report more negative impacts than boys. Factors like family violence, bullying, and gendered attitudes predict greater risk. The study also examines sending and sharing of sexual images, finding it associated with greater intimate partner violence risk, especially for girls.
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In Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India, with a population of 1.7 million people, only around 1800 have access to reliable quality professional services. Most pediatricians in the area have little awareness of the importance of early intervention for children. Developmental disabilities can be present from birth or acquired later in life due to factors like malnutrition, anemia, neglect, or lack of stimulation, and many acquired disabilities can be prevented by proper care and support during early childhood years.
Babies on Top of the World: Early Intervention in the Indian HimalayasBASPCAN
Babies On Top of the World documents early intervention programs for children with disabilities in remote areas of the Indian Himalayas run by the Latika Roy Foundation. The foundation operates 8 centers that serve over 300 children daily and monitors 500 high-risk infants annually, providing developmental assessments, therapy, and training parents and community health workers, though this still only reaches a small fraction of the estimated 66 million developmentally disabled children in India.
An Inclusive and Families Strengths Based Approach in Child ProtectionBASPCAN
This document discusses East Lothian Council's adoption of a strengths-based, inclusive approach to child protection called Signs of Safety. It notes key reports and legislation driving this change and outlines East Lothian's multi-year implementation process beginning in 2011 with workshops and establishing governance groups. This included introducing Signs of Safety for initial case conferences in 2013 and all conferences, supervision, and core groups by 2014. Feedback found professionals and families felt meetings were inclusive and addressed risks fully, though plans were sometimes incomplete. This led to a research project on making plans more specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-based.
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The 2024 World Health Statistics edition reviews more than 50 health-related indicators from the Sustainable Development Goals and WHO’s Thirteenth General Programme of Work. It also highlights the findings from the Global health estimates 2021, notably the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on life expectancy and healthy life expectancy.
UN WOD 2024 will take us on a journey of discovery through the ocean's vastness, tapping into the wisdom and expertise of global policy-makers, scientists, managers, thought leaders, and artists to awaken new depths of understanding, compassion, collaboration and commitment for the ocean and all it sustains. The program will expand our perspectives and appreciation for our blue planet, build new foundations for our relationship to the ocean, and ignite a wave of action toward necessary change.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
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Characteristics od Sibling and Nonsibling Sexual Abuse Cases Under Canadian Child Protection Investigation
1. Dr. Delphine Collin-Vezina
Director, Centre for Research on Children and Families
Tier II Canada Research Chair in Child Welfare
Associate Professor, McGill University
Characteristics of Sibling and
Nonsibling Sexual Abuse Cases
Under Canadian Child Protection
Investigation
BASCPAN Conference
Edinburgh, April 2015
Centre for Research on Children and Families
2. Objectives
The current research was undertaken to answer two main
questions using a representative administrative dataset of
investigated child protection (CP) cases:
(1) What are the characteristics of the suspected incidents
of abuse, alleged victims, alleged perpetrators and the
families in sibling sexual abuse cases under CP
investigation; and (2) How do suspected sibling sexual
abuse cases investigated by CP workers compare with
suspected cases involving nonsibling young offenders.
Its intent is to bring important knowledge to guide child
protection decision processes at the investigation stage.
3. Number of substantiated sexual
abuse cases in CP
Substantiation
Retention
Disclosure and
Reporting
Total number of sexual abuse victims
Investigation stage
4. Complexity of investigation process
The stage of investigation is cornerstone in CP systems:
→ It focuses on documenting the evidence, determining
whether cases are substantiated, and deciding on the
courses of action.
→ Decisions that are made at this stage can influence
tremendously the lives of victims, perpetrators, and their
families.
The challenges associated with this professional activity are
compounded in cases of sibling sexual abuse.
5. Current Scholarship on Sibling Sexual
Abuse
Only a handful of studies have used prospective design to
better understand the characteristics and features of
current sexual abuse cases committed by sibling and
nonsibling young offenders.
To our knowledge, no previous study has attempted to
study alleged sibling and nonsibling sexual abuse cases
under CP investigation.
→ Rather, studies have focused on cases that were
found substantiated.
6. Finkelhor, Ormord and Chaffin (2009)
2004 National Incident-Based Reporting System
→ Young perpetrators (sibling and non-sibling aged up to 17), were
involved in 35.6% of all sexual cases committed against a minor
→ 16% were aged 12 years and under at the time the offense was
committed.
→ 36.5% of offenses involved forcible rape or sodomy.
→ An overwhelming majority were male (92.2%). Most of their victims were
females (any female victim in incident: 78.8%), though, male victims were
more frequently targeted by young offenders (any male victim: 24.7%) than
by adult offenders (13.4%).
→ They were more likely to perpetrate the abuse on a child aged 12 and
under (59%) that adult sex offenders (39%).
7. Krienert and Walsh (2011)
2000-2007 National Incident-Based Reporting System
→ Most sibling sexual abuse cases involved a biological sibling (72.6%),
with about one in four involving a step-sibling (27.4%).
→ Sibling sex offenders were found to share many characteristics with the
non-sibling juvenile offenders described by Finkelhor and colleagues
(2009).
→ A majority of sibling offenders were male (92.2%), and a majority of their
victims were females (71.4%). One fourth of all sibling sexual abuse cases
involved siblings less than five years older than their victims, which
emphasised ‘the importance of using an age-free sibling sexual abuse
definition’ (Krienert & Walsh, 2011, p. 363). In almost 40% of cases
(39.7%), the incidents involved forcible rape or sodomy.
→ However, 31.8% of sibling sex offenders were aged 12 and under.
8. Method
The profile of children aged 0-15 that were investigated as
victims for sexual abuse as a primary form of maltreatment
by a sibling or other young perpetrator (20 years and under)
were obtained by using the third cycle of the Canadian
Incidence Study on Child Abuse and Neglect (CIS-2008)
(Trocmé et al., 2010).
The decision to include alleged perpetrators aged up to 20 –
as opposed to focusing only on minors aged below 18 - was
determined on the basis of the characteristics of the dataset
given that the information on perpetrators’ age was
aggregated in categories for confidentiality purposes.
9. Results
Among the estimated
10,172 suspected sexual
abuse cases that were
investigated by Canadian
CP agencies in 2008, 974
sexual abuse cases (10%)
involved a sibling alleged
perpetrator and 918 cases
(9%) involved other young
offenders.
All investigated sexual
abuse cases in 2008
Sibling
offenders
Other
juvenile
offenders
Other
offenders
10. Results: Question 1
→ Most sexual abuse sibling cases came to the attention of the
authorities because they were reported by the child’s school or
daycare (34%) and parents (32%).
→ These investigations involved victims from all age groups, with
37% of alleged victims aged from 0 to 7 years old, 31% from 8 to
11 years old, and 32% from 12 to 15.
→ A third of all victims were male (34%).
→ A large majority of alleged perpetrator were male (94%) and
aged under 16 (69%).
→ Most cases (37%) were investigated following allegations of
fondling; penetration or attempted penetration, and oral sex,
made up 19% and 10% of investigation cases respectively.
11. Results: Question 1
→ An investigation for any child in the family had already been
conducted by CP for more than half of all cases (53%).
→ With regards to the current sexual abuse investigation, 52%
were substantiated. During this initial investigation stage, criminal
investigation of alleged perpetrators was fairly common, with 46%
of sibling investigations involving police.
→ Among the cases that were substantiated, 19% of these families
were referred to services. Among these referrals, the most
common was parent-support group/in-home family
counseling/other parent or family counseling (89%), while only 10%
of these referrals were for the victim support.
12. Results: Question 2
→ Investigated sexual abuse cases that involved sibling and
nonsibling young offenders were found to present with similar
features.
→ There was no significant difference with regard to the alleged
victims and perpetrators’ age and gender, or the investigation sexual
abuse subtypes.
→ However, sibling cases were more likely to have been reported to
the authorities by their custodial or non-custodial parents (32%) or
by the school and daycare, than cases involving other young
offenders (10% and 11%, respectively). Alleged young offenders
other than siblings were more often reported to CP services by the
police (37%) than were sibling alleged offenders (5%).
13. Results: Question 2
→ The caregivers in sibling sexual abuse cases were more likely
to be identified as having few social supports, whereas more
caregivers in other young offenders sexual abuse cases were
assessed as displaying alcohol abuse problems.
→ A criminal investigation was taken place more often in cases of
suspected sexual abuse committed by another young offender
(77%) than a sibling perpetrator (46%).
→ Families where suspected sexual abuse was perpetrated by a
young sex offender other than a sibling were 2.7 times more likely
to be referred to at least one service than families and victims of
suspected sibling sexual abuse (the most common was parent-
support group/in-home family)
14. Key findings
→ Young alleged sex perpetrators (20 years of age and under)
were found to be involved in about 20% of all suspected sexual
abuse cases under CP investigation, with half of these incidents
involving a sibling.
→ Suspected sexual abuse incidents perpetrated by alleged
sibling and other young perpetrators involved children of all ages,
including preschool-aged children, and children from both sexes.
→ About one in three suspected incidents involved more severe
forms of abuse, including penetration and oral sex.
15. Key findings
→ Families where sibling sexual abuse was under investigation
were more often characterized as facing low social support in
comparison to families of other young alleged perpetrators that
were assessed in higher proportion as dealing with substance
abuse.
→ Sources of referral were quite distinct across both groups, with
sibling cases more likely to be reported by legal guardians and by
educational setting personnel, and other young offender cases
more often reported by the police.
→ Most families where sexual abuse was confirmed were not
referred for services, at least in the short term.
16. Recommendation
Given the emerging body of research that has demonstrated the
devastating short- and long-term impact of sexual abuse
committed by minors on victims (e.g. Cyr et al., 2003), CP teams
and other service provision systems should be sensitized to the
importance of referring victims early after investigation to
services that can help them heal from the sexual abuse trauma
they experienced.
Evidence-based trauma intervention programs, such as Trauma-
Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as led to promising
outcomes with CP populations (Dorsey, Pullmann, Berliner,
Koschmann, McKay, & Deblinger, 2014), 2014).
17. To obtain copy of our manuscript, please send
a request to:
delphine.collin-vezina@mcgill.ca
Collin-Vézina, D., Fast, E., Hélie, S., Cyr, M.,
Pelletier, S., & Fallon, B. (accepted). Young
offender sexual abuse cases under protection
investigation: Are sibling cases any different?
Child Welfare Journal.
Editor's Notes
It involves collecting sensitive information over a short period of time, corroborating and contrasting conflicting evidence, making decisions on the veracity of the accounts, establishing safety plans for the victims, presenting cases in child protection and criminal courts, and recommending measures to re-establish the well-being of children who are victims of confirmed abuse.
where alleged victim and an alleged young perpetrator share a family or step-family relationship and, consequently, with parents and caregivers that must deal with the disturbing experience of having their daughters or sons investigated for sexual abuse incidents that may have been perpetrated by another one of their children or step-children.
It involves collecting sensitive information over a short period of time, corroborating and contrasting conflicting evidence, making decisions on the veracity of the accounts, establishing safety plans for the victims, presenting cases in child protection and criminal courts, and recommending measures to re-establish the well-being of children who are victims of confirmed abuse.
and, consequently, with parents and caregivers that must deal with the disturbing experience of having their daughters or sons investigated for sexual abuse incidents that may have been perpetrated by another one of their children or step-children.
The primary objective of the CIS-2008 was to produce national estimates of the incidence and characteristics of reported child maltreatment in Canada. Information regarding child maltreatment investigations was collected directly from child welfare workers in every province and territory in the fall of 2008. The data therefore centers around the information that workers were able to document during the investigative stage.
A multi-stage sampling design was used to select child-welfare sites and then cases at each sampled site. A representative sample of 112 child welfare sites was selected out of the 412 child welfare organizations identified across Canada.