Alternately, the misrepresentative stereotypes of the male as an aggressor may prevent both the male victims from recognizing that they are being abused and the abuse being recognized by outside observers (Duke & Davidson, 2009). Additionally, male victims may not disclose abuse because of the stigma associated with victimization as being un-masculine (Turrell et al., 2002) Again, these misperceptions stem from the myth that IPV is a heteronormative expression of sexism and not a gender neutral construct of power and domination (Allen, 2007).
Barriers to services. Perhaps the greatest difference between LGBTQ and hetero- IPV is the access of services provided to same-sex survivors (Allen, 2007). Victims who have yet to disclose their sexual …show more content…
Other contributing factors to IPV perpetration include early role model behavior and the development of addictive tendencies (Madera & Toro-Alphonso, 2005). Additional factors can include a diminished self-identity, emotional overdependence, and a fear of intimacy and/or abandonment (Banks & Fedewa, 2012). Developments in attachment theory have found a correlation between insecure attachment style and same-sex IPV perpetration, specifically as a mediator between perceived daily stress and IPV violence (Carvalho, et al., 2011). Specific factors relating to men have found that masculine stereotypes within the relationship plays a formidable role in IPV particularly in regards to sexual dynamics (Cruz & Peralta, 2001; Finneran & Stephenson, …show more content…
Current strategies identify the importance of working within the LGBTQ community to provide safety and security for survivors (Allen, 2007). Inter-community support is crucial as studies indicate that LGBTQ victims are less likely to seek mainstream support and more likely to seek help within the LGBTQ community (Turrell et al., 2012). Highlighted are the need for education programs within the LGBTQ community on the dynamics and identification of IPV and how to provide support and refuge to survivors IPV, in addition to prevention programs focused on building equitable relationships. These strategies emerge from the core belief that safety comes with self-determination for the victim, accountability for the batterers, and conscious raising for the entire community (Allen, 2007). As awareness regarding same-sex IPV moves forward, researchers are encouraged to take more heterogeneous sampling of the LGBTQ population in further studies, one that is more inclusive of the different characteristics of bisexuals and transgendered persons within the community (Banks & Fedewa, 2012). In order to provide truly effective support, the unique needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual men and women, and transgender people must be taken into account (Turrell et al.,
Barriers to services. Perhaps the greatest difference between LGBTQ and hetero- IPV is the access of services provided to same-sex survivors (Allen, 2007). Victims who have yet to disclose their sexual …show more content…
Other contributing factors to IPV perpetration include early role model behavior and the development of addictive tendencies (Madera & Toro-Alphonso, 2005). Additional factors can include a diminished self-identity, emotional overdependence, and a fear of intimacy and/or abandonment (Banks & Fedewa, 2012). Developments in attachment theory have found a correlation between insecure attachment style and same-sex IPV perpetration, specifically as a mediator between perceived daily stress and IPV violence (Carvalho, et al., 2011). Specific factors relating to men have found that masculine stereotypes within the relationship plays a formidable role in IPV particularly in regards to sexual dynamics (Cruz & Peralta, 2001; Finneran & Stephenson, …show more content…
Current strategies identify the importance of working within the LGBTQ community to provide safety and security for survivors (Allen, 2007). Inter-community support is crucial as studies indicate that LGBTQ victims are less likely to seek mainstream support and more likely to seek help within the LGBTQ community (Turrell et al., 2012). Highlighted are the need for education programs within the LGBTQ community on the dynamics and identification of IPV and how to provide support and refuge to survivors IPV, in addition to prevention programs focused on building equitable relationships. These strategies emerge from the core belief that safety comes with self-determination for the victim, accountability for the batterers, and conscious raising for the entire community (Allen, 2007). As awareness regarding same-sex IPV moves forward, researchers are encouraged to take more heterogeneous sampling of the LGBTQ population in further studies, one that is more inclusive of the different characteristics of bisexuals and transgendered persons within the community (Banks & Fedewa, 2012). In order to provide truly effective support, the unique needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual men and women, and transgender people must be taken into account (Turrell et al.,