title: The Dialectical Psychoeducational Workshop (DPEW): the conceptual framework and curriculum for a preventative intervention for males at risk for IPV.
abstract: Current programs aimed at reducing intimate partner violence (IPV) have demonstrated little effect on at-risk males, who may potentially engage in acts of IPV. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) provides the conceptual and empirical foundation for the dialectical psychoeducational workshop (DPEW). The DPEW offers a targeted preventative intervention for individuals potentially at risk for IPV. This article offers the rationale and theoretical basis for a specialized preventative approach to IPV and delineates a brief psychoeducational program that may stimulate further research and provide an alternate preventative intervention strategy in an area in need of innovative programs.
authors.affiliation: Lois J. and Samuel V. Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, New York 10035, USA. mary.cavanaugh@hunter.cuny.edu
authors.forename: Mary M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Cavanaugh
authors.forename: Phyllis
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Solomon
authors.forename: Richard J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Gelles
mesh_terms: D000374:Aggression; D001521:Behavior Therapy; D057237:Criminals; D003479:Curriculum; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008571:Men; D012747:Sexual Partners; D013179:Spouse Abuse / Q000517:prevention & control*