The Men's Group at St. Pius V: A Case Study of a Parish-Based Voluntary Partner Abuse Intervention Program
The Men's Group at St. Pius V: A Case Study of a Parish-Based Voluntary Partner Abuse Intervention Program
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DOI：
10.1177/1557988319891287
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发表时间：
2020-01-01
影响因子：
2.3
通讯作者：
Sabri, Bushra
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作者：
Davis, Maxine;Jonson-Reid, Melissa;Sabri, Bushra
关于拉丁美洲男子和亲密伴侣暴力/虐待（IPV/A）干预的文献很少。在美国伊利诺伊州芝加哥的圣庇护五世教区，有100多名男子自愿向“男子小组”寻求帮助，并长期从事IPV/A犯罪活动。鉴于罕见的长期非法院授权的参与打人者干预计划（BIP），进行了一项案例研究，探讨TMG的功能。本研究利用多个资料来源，检视TMG的发展与实施，同时也探讨情境因素、动机与参与者参与的促进因素。数据显示，TMG在支持性社区环境中通过使用传统技术和创新实践的混合物发挥作用，创造了独特的治疗模式。该方案被认为是文化敏感和精神为基础的。最初参加的原因各不相同，但包括：（1）害怕失去或实际失去伴侣/家庭;（2）承认问题并希望为自己或他人改变;（3）渴望达到内心的平静。三个主题揭示了为什么男性仍然参与TMG，包括：（1）受到主持人的尊重;（2）将TMG体验为“家庭”;（3）获得利益。依靠刑事司法系统不足以解决IPV/A犯罪问题。该计划显示出作为传统BIP的替代或补充的希望，传统BIP通常依赖于法院授权的客户参加治疗。鉴于IPV/A的广泛性，了解潜在的基于社区的替代方案或补充方案的运作对于扩大治疗的可及性至关重要。
Literature on Latino men and intervention for intimate partner violence/abuse (IPV/A) is slim. Over 100 men have voluntarily sought help for IPV/A perpetration from "The Men's Group" (TMG) at St. Pius V parish in Chicago, IL (US) and remained engaged for extended periods. Given the rarity of prolonged non-court mandated engagement in batterer intervention programs (BIPs), a case study was conducted to explore how TMG functions. Drawing on multiple data sources, this study examined development and implementation of TMG, while also investigating contextual factors, motivators and facilitators of participants' involvement. Data revealed that TMG functions within a supportive community context by using a mixture of traditional techniques and innovative practices, creating a unique treatment modality. The program was found to be culturally-sensitive and spirituality-based. Reasons for initial attendance varied but included: (1) fear of losing or actual loss of their partner/family; (2) acknowledging a problem and desiring to change for self or others; and (3) a desire to reach inner peace. Three themes shed light on why men remain engaged in TMG, including: (1) being met with respect by facilitators; (2) experiencing TMG as "family"; and (3) gaining benefits. Reliance upon the criminal justice system is not enough to address IPV/A perpetration. This program shows promise as an alternative or supplement to traditional BIPs, which typically rely on clients being court-mandated to attend treatment. Given the widespread nature of IPV/A, understanding the operation of potential community-based alternatives or supplements to BIPs is critical in widening access to treatment.