Violence and Gender
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Critical Dialogue on Violence and Gender Issues
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interpersonal Violence Research:
The journal covers a wide range of topics related to interpersonal violence, including domestic, intimate partner, and sexual violence, with a focus on the experiences of different genders and marginalized populations. - Public Health Perspectives:
Research published in the journal often adopts a public health lens, examining the epidemiology of violence, its mental health implications, and the effectiveness of intervention and prevention strategies. - Social Justice and Policy Analysis:
The journal emphasizes the importance of social justice, exploring how policies and societal norms contribute to violence and offering insights into effective advocacy and reform. - Qualitative and Mixed-Methods Approaches:
A significant portion of the journal's publications employs qualitative and mixed-methods research, providing in-depth insights into personal experiences and social phenomena related to violence. - Intersectionality in Violence Studies:
The journal promotes an intersectional approach to understanding violence, considering how factors like race, class, sexuality, and disability intersect to shape experiences and responses to violence.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Violence:
A significant trend has emerged in examining the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on various forms of violence, particularly domestic violence, highlighting the intersection of public health and safety. - Mental Health and Violence:
There is an increasing focus on the relationship between mental health issues and experiences of violence, particularly how trauma influences psychological outcomes and recovery. - Gender-Based Violence in Diverse Populations:
Emerging themes highlight the experiences of violence in diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ communities, individuals with disabilities, and ethnic minorities, reflecting a broader understanding of intersectionality. - Qualitative Research on Survivor Experiences:
An upward trend in qualitative research exploring the lived experiences of survivors of violence is evident, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal narratives in shaping interventions. - Reproductive Coercion and Violence:
Research addressing reproductive coercion as a form of violence is gaining attention, indicating a growing recognition of the interconnections between reproductive rights and gender-based violence.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Gender Roles in Violence:
Research emphasizing traditional gender roles and their direct influence on violent behavior appears to be declining, possibly as the field shifts towards more nuanced understandings of gender and violence. - Generalized Violence Studies:
There seems to be a waning interest in studies that address violence in a generalized context, without specific focus on the intersection of gender or the experiences of marginalized groups. - Longitudinal Studies on Violence,:
Longitudinal research examining the long-term impacts of violence and the effectiveness of interventions over time is less frequently seen, as the journal increasingly prioritizes urgent and contemporary issues. - Victim Blaming Narratives:
There is a noticeable decrease in research that might inadvertently support victim-blaming narratives, reflecting a broader shift in the field towards victim-centered and trauma-informed approaches. - Focus on Male Victimization:
Although male victimization remains an important topic, the frequency of studies specifically addressing male victims of domestic and sexual violence has seen a decline, as the journal focuses more on systemic issues affecting women and marginalized communities.
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