Intimate Partner Violence: Treatment Considerations

Target audience and instructional level of this voice: intermediate

Intimate partner violence (IPV) has multiple negative impacts. Factors contributing to IPV are addressed. Evidence regarding the treatment of victims and perpetrators of IPV is explored. Article 2 focuses on the specific circumstance of substance abuse and intimate partner violence.

Learning Objectives

After completing this training the professional will:

• identify definitions and prevalence of IPV.
• describe factors that may be associated with IPV.
• summarize effectiveness evidence regarding the treatment of victims and perpetrators of IPV.
• identify clinical guidelines for working with victims and perpetrators of IPV.

Alison Heru, M.D.
Associate Professor
University of Colorado at Denver

Keith C Klostermann, Ph.D.
RTI International

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