annotated bibliography of new zealand research into family violence

Hughes, C. (2004). Domestic violence statistics: What can they tell us? Te Awatea Review, 2(2), 3-6.See: www.nzfvc.org.nz/13120.pubTopic Areas: Intimate partner abuse, Child abuse and neglect, Justice, Social services,Demographics/statisticsAbstract: This article explores the need for caution when interpreting statistical informationregarding domestic violence. The article defines domestic violence and includes a discussionof the prevalence of this form of violence. Influences on data collection, and data limitationsare examined and the complexity of comparing statistics is explored.Humphrey, B. (2002). Child welfare, animal welfare - strengthening the links [Electronic version].Social Work Now, (23), 4-8.See: www.nzfvc.org.nz/12969.pubTopic Areas: Child abuse and neglect, Animal abuse, Families, Children, Social services,Intersectoral collaborationAbstract: This article examines the relationship between the abuse of animals and the abuseof children. There is a paucity of New Zealand research surrounding this topic area, so thedata informing this article originates from United States and United Kingdom studies. Studiesshow that harm to pets is more likely to occur in households characterised by domesticviolence. Furthermore, research reveals that those that harm animals are more likely todisplay violence towards people. This article explores reasons behind the abuse of animals,and suggests these mirror the underlying motivations behind an adult’s abuse of a child. Theauthor proposes that children who abuse animals may be victims of abuse themselves, sofamily violence risk assessments should include an investigation of possible cruelty to pets.Due to the connection between animal and child abuse, the author recommends that childwelfare and animal welfare agencies work in collaboration as a means to reducing familyviolence.Iles, C. (1996). Out of control: Stories of men who are leaving violence and partner abuse behind.Wellington, New Zealand: Pacific Education Resources Trust.See: www.nzfvc.org.nz/12104.pubTopic Areas: Intimate partner abuse, Families, Perpetrators/offenders, Victims/survivors,Pacific peoples, Cultural factors, Prevention/intervention/treatmentAbstract: This book has been written primarily as a resource for men who abuse theirpartners. It has a number of stories from the voices of men and couples who report on theirexperiences of intimate partner abuse. The men in the stories have attended stopping violenceprogrammes, and they describe moving and compelling accounts of change in their lives.Through hearing their voices, the book allows an understanding of how to help men embracea lifestyle based upon respect and power sharing. Also included in the book is a chapter onSamoan society which gives a Pacific cultural perspective on the issue of intimate partnerabuse.Imelda, J. (2002). The Domestic Violence Act 1995: How does it impact on Women’s Refuge? Areport involving Women’s Refuge advocates. Unpublished master’s thesis, MasseyUniversity, Palmerston North, New Zealand.See: www.nzfvc.org.nz/13090.pub87