Psychology

The intimate partner violence stigma scale: Initial development and validation

Document Type

Article

Abstract

The stigma associated with intimate partner violence (IPV) is a major challenge facing those in abusive and violent intimate relationships. This study explored the initial development and validation of the Intimate Partner Violence Stigma Scale, designed to measure stigma related to IPV. An exploratory factor analysis revealed four subscales including internalized stigma, anticipated stigma, perpetrator stigma, and isolation. The scale demonstrates evidence for clinical and research purposes to assess experiences of stigma related to IPV among survivors.

Publication Title

Journal of Interpersonal Violence

Publication Date

2021

Volume

36

Issue

15-16

First Page

7456

Last Page

7479

ISSN

0886-2605

DOI

10.1177/0886260519834095

Keywords

assessment, domestic violence, integrated intimate partner violence stigmatization model, intimate partner violence, stigma

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