Physical Abuse Archives
Does Acknowledging Assault Make Victims Less Vulnerable? - December 6, 2007
Research has shown that someone who has experienced sexual or physical assault in the past is at a greater risk for victimization in the future. Some speculate that this may be because these individuals may be less attuned to risk...Continue reading "Does Acknowledging Assault Make Victims Less Vulnerable?"
Child Maltreatment Rates Soar During Military Deployment - August 16, 2007
War deployments place stress on both soldier parents and civilian spouses left behind. However, it is the children who may suffer the most as they both miss and worry about the deployed parent and are affected by the additional stress...Continue reading "Child Maltreatment Rates Soar During Military Deployment"
Family Turmoil, Violence Put Physical Strain On Organs of Adolescents - April 24, 2007
Chronic exposure to psychological stressors including family problems, abuse, poor housing and exposure to violence may damage the organs of children and adolescents, report Cornell University researchers. Using blood pressure measurements and urine samples, the team measured allostatic load, "changes...Continue reading "Family Turmoil, Violence Put Physical Strain On Organs of Adolescents"
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This page contains an archive of all entries posted to Psychology News and Research Briefs in the Physical Abuse category. They are listed from oldest to newest.
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