Developing a Domestic Violence Protocol for Marriage Education: Critical Components and Cautions

Keywords

domestic violence, marriage education, violence protocol

Abstract

It is important for professionals involved in marriage education initiatives to address domestic violence. One way to do this is to create and use a violence protocol. This article discusses why this is important and reviews lessons learned from the development of a protocol in one federally funded marriage education initiative. Recommended components for violence protocols are reviewed, including mechanisms to encourage safety in disclosure and referral, sensitivity to culture, and understanding the scope and impact of domestic violence. The importance of collaboration with and adaptation to each community is discussed, and suggestions for educators, clinicians, and researchers are provided.

Original Publication Citation

Whiting, J. B., Bradford, K. P., Vail, A., Carlton, E., & Bathje, K. (2009). Developing a domestic violence protocol for marriage education: Critical components and cautions. Journal of Couple and Relationship Therapy, 8, 181-196. (Special Issue: Best-Practices Innovations in Couple and Relationship Education). doi: 10.1080/15332690902813844

Document Type

Peer-Reviewed Article

Publication Date

2009-05-15

Permanent URL

http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/5047

Publisher

Journal of Couple & Relationship Therapy

Language

English

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Family Life

University Standing at Time of Publication

Full Professor

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