Psychology of Violence is a multidisciplinary research journal devoted to violence and extreme aggression, including identifying the causes of violence from a psychological framework, finding …

Gun violence affects society in many ways, including higher medical costs, reductions in quality of life because of fear of gun violence, and stresses on the criminal justice system.

Provides a broad-based and multidisciplinary analysis of aggression and violence, their negative consequences, and promising interventions.

Aggression and violence against educators and school personnel have raised public health concerns that require attention from researchers, policymakers, and training providers in U.S. schools. School …

Published findings on the relationship between schizophrenia and violence have been mixed, due to differences in study design and quality. In this review, we address the issue with an emphasis on …

Apr 19, 2018 · the expression of hostility and rage with the intent to injure or damage people or property through physical force. See also pathological aggression. passion or intensity of emotions or …

Apr 1, 2023 · Programs that try to treat abusive partners have a long, uncertain history. Can psychologists help make them better?

The Violence Risk Scale (VRS; Wong & Gordon, 2006) assesses violence risk, criminogenic need, client responsivity, and treatment changes. Having been initially developed by Wong & Gordon (1999 …

The article discusses the importance of a comprehensive definition of violence, outlining its essential elements and implications for research, prevention, and treatment.

Feb 22, 2024 · Living in neighborhoods with high levels of violence can affect children’s development by changing the way that a part of the brain detects and responds to potential threats, potentially …