NCJ Number
236423
Date Published
April 2011
Length
7 pages
Annotation
This guide examines the relationship between intimate partner violence (IPV) and combat experience related to military combat among veterans.
Abstract
Most people returning from war zones will have stress reactions and will need to readjust to being home. It is important that advocates understand these stress reactions and their relationship to IPV in order to provide effective information and referrals to victims whose partners have been exposed to the trauma of combat and are exhibiting violent or abusive behavior. This victim advocate guide provides information on the relationship between the effects of war and IPV; the health and mental health issues that are related to military experience in a combat zone; how to recognize post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); tips for advocacy professionals; tips on assessing risk and danger in IPV; and tips on how to find help for eligible veterans.