Intimate Partner Violence and Coercion

Wednesday, Jan 24, 2024 • 12 pm to 1 pm

Virtual

Training Sessions

Abstract

Substance use abuse and disorders are highly comorbid with both intimate partner violence perpetration and victimization (Gondolf, 1999; Fals-Stewart & Kennedy, 2005; Ogle & Baer, 2003). Yet the theoretical relationship between substance abuse and intimate partner violence is not well understood. In this presentation, we will discuss the biological, psychological, relational, and social connections between substance use and abuse and intimate partner violence. We will also discuss how substances have been used as a tool for coercive control in violence partnerships. Furthermore, the presentation will briefly review evidence-based practices for effective treatment of co-occurring substance use disorders and posttraumatic stress associated with intimate partner violence victimization; additionally, the presentation will review how substance use disorders may impact access to and engagement in victim services for survivors.

Objectives

  • Summarize the theoretical models linking substance use and abuse with intimate partner violence
  • Identify how substances can be used to facilitate intimate partner violence perpetration
  • Describe evidence-based treatment for co-occurring substance use issues and intimate partner violence-related PTSD
  • Describe how substance use and abuse can become a barrier for service utilization in victims of intimate partner violence

Accreditation

PHYSICIAN (CME)

The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

NURSING (CNE)

A maximum of 1.0 nursing contact hours will be awarded. Participants will be able to claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the program.

SOCIAL WORK

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, University of Pittsburgh is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. University of Pittsburgh maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course receive 1.0 continuing education credits.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $300,000 with 100% funded by HRSA/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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