
Psychology of Violence
Psychology of Violence is a multidisciplinary research journal devoted to violence and extreme aggression, including identifying the causes of violence from a psychological framework, …
Gun violence and crime - American Psychological Association (APA)
Gun violence affects society in many ways, including higher medical costs, reductions in quality of life because of fear of gun violence, and stresses on the criminal justice system.
Why some people resort to vigilantism—to the admiration of many
Dec 23, 2024 · Vigilantism is a complex issue rooted in the erosion of trust in society and institutions. Psychological research has shown contributing factors include pervasive …
On defining violence, and why it matters. - APA PsycNet
The article discusses the importance of a comprehensive definition of violence, outlining its essential elements and implications for research, prevention, and treatment.
Human Aggression and Violence
Provides a broad-based and multidisciplinary analysis of aggression and violence, their negative consequences, and promising interventions.
APA Dictionary of Psychology
Apr 19, 2018 · the expression of hostility and rage with the intent to injure or damage people or property through physical force. See also pathological aggression. passion or intensity of …
Preventing intimate partner violence by focusing on abusers
Apr 1, 2023 · Programs that try to treat abusive partners have a long, uncertain history. Can psychologists help make them better?
Intimate partner violence - American Psychological Association (APA)
Oct 29, 2012 · Your risk of experiencing intimate partner violence increases if you are poor, less educated, an adolescent or a young adult, or female.
Mental illness and violence: Debunking myths, addressing realities
Apr 1, 2021 · Research is helping to tease apart why some people with serious mental illness are prone to violence while others are not, and how clinicians and others can help through …
Schizophrenia and violence: Realities and recommendations.
Published findings on the relationship between schizophrenia and violence have been mixed, due to differences in study design and quality. In this review, we address the issue with an …