Pathways Between Childhood Trauma, Intimate Partner Violence, and Harsh Parenting Journal Article

This article examines the connections between childhood trauma, intimate partner violence (IPV), and harsh parenting, drawing on data from the UN Multi-country Study on Men and Violence in Asia and the Pacific. The study found that men who had experienced violence or neglect in childhood were significantly more likely to perpetrate IPV and use harsh parenting practices as adults. These findings underscore the intergenerational cycle of violence, where early trauma increases the likelihood of future abusive behaviours.

The research highlights the need for integrated prevention strategies that address childhood trauma, disrupt cycles of violence, and promote safe, supportive family relationships.