Dr. Don Dutton on Domestic Abuse Models & Improving Social Policy

Domestic abuse is not solely a gendered issue, and social policy and intervention models need to be reformed to address the reality of domestic violence, including the inclusion of male victims and female perpetrators, and the need for better support and resources for marginalized communities 

Questions to inspire discussion 

• What does the video discuss?

  —The video discusses the need for reformed social policy and intervention models to address domestic violence, including the inclusion of male victims and female perpetrators.

• What is the majority of data from random digit dialing surveys?

  —The majority of data from random digit dialing surveys show that 85-94% of people report no domestic violence, with only 2-3% reporting more severe forms of abuse.

• What is the problem with the crime filter in domestic violence surveys?

  —The problem with the crime filter in domestic violence surveys is that many people, especially men, don't report it as a crime, and removing the crime filter increases report rates.

• What is the most common form of domestic violence in the U.S.?

  —In the U.S., surveys show that the most common form of domestic violence is two-way mutual domestic violence, and the second most common form is female-perpetrated violence against a non-violent male.

• What is the speaker's opinion on the Duluth model of domestic abuse intervention?

  —The speaker believes that the Duluth model is not effective and is not supported by scientific data, leading to a waste of public funds and a lack of proper services for those in need.

Key Insights

• 🧠 Debunking stereotypes about domestic violence and intimate partner violence based on victimization data challenges common misconceptions.
• 🤯 A man called the police with a knife in his stomach and they arrested him, believing he must have done something to cause the disturbance, showing the complete brainwashing in the system.
• 🤔 The patriarchal model may not be as strong of a factor in domestic violence as some theorists suggest, given that 95% of people do not report domestic violence despite being raised in the same social circumstances.
• 🔗 Raising awareness and taking action is crucial in addressing the issue of domestic abuse against men.
• 🔍 The Duluth model may not be suitable for male victims and could convince them that they somehow got what they deserved.
• 📊 The incidence rates of abuse are higher in gay relationships, with a study showing higher rates of all forms of abuse in lesbian relationships compared to straight relationships.

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Clips 

• 00:00 📊 Dr. Don Dutton debunks stereotypes about domestic abuse, presenting data showing similar rates of victimization for men and women, and emphasizes the importance of considering severity when developing social policy.
  • Dr. Don Dutton, an expert on domestic abuse, discusses his research and summarizes some baseline findings.
  • Dr. Don Dutton debunks stereotypes about domestic abuse and discusses the implementation of improved social policy.
  • The speaker debunks stereotypes about domestic violence by presenting data that contradicts the common belief of a bullying male patriarchal figure abusing a non-violent woman.
  • The majority of data from random digit dialing surveys show that 85-94% of people report no domestic violence, with only 2-3% reporting more severe forms of abuse.
  • Men and women report similar rates of domestic violence victimization, but a smaller percentage experience serious violence that could cause injury, which is important to consider when developing policy.
  • The problem with the crime filter in domestic violence surveys is that many people don't report it as a crime, especially men, and removing the crime filter increases report rates.
• 06:27 🔍 Domestic violence statistics overlook male victims and female perpetrators, leading to a stereotype of male-perpetrated violence, but surveys show gender parity and two-way mutual violence as the most common form.
  • The press relies on police statistics for domestic violence incidents, but these statistics overlook male victims and female perpetrators, leading to a stereotype that domestic violence is always male-perpetrated.
  • Police data selectively act on female complaints, but when the crime filter is removed, there is gender parity in domestic abuse, with females perpetrating more violence than males.
  • In the U.S., surveys show that the most common form of domestic violence is two-way mutual domestic violence, and the second most common form is female-perpetrated violence against a non-violent male.
• 09:51 🔍 State intervention should focus on offering communication training and conflict resolution skills to couples to reduce domestic violence, as the patriarchal model does not fully explain the low reporting rates of domestic violence.
  • Women are more likely to be violent towards non-violent men, with wife battering accounting for 15% of reported domestic violence, but services are geared towards the 5% that fits the stereotype.
  • State intervention should focus on offering communication training and conflict resolution skills to couples to reduce domestic violence, as the patriarchal model does not fully explain the low reporting rates of domestic violence.
  • People with aggressive tendencies are more likely to be drawn to each other, as shown by a longitudinal study on school kids in Montreal.
  • Domestic violence is often bilateral and needs to be acknowledged as a common phenomenon in order to implement appropriate services.
  • Anecdotal stories are more convincing than data in raising awareness about domestic abuse, and some communities are resistant to acknowledging abuse in non-traditional gender dynamics.
  • People's lack of interest in addressing domestic abuse is frustrating and important to address.
• 15:46 🎙️ Dr. Dutton discusses the need for improving social policy on domestic abuse and the use of the PAST website for training and a virtual center for support.
  • The speaker discusses the use of the PAST website for training and the establishment of a virtual center for domestic abuse support.
  • The speaker discusses the need for assistance and guidance in improving social policy on domestic abuse, including the use of a PowerPoint presentation to address stereotypes and data.
• 18:08 🚨 Abused men should report incidents and seek therapy for future custody, while activists work to address the lack of resources and need for a more compassionate approach to therapy.
  • Abused men should report incidents to the police and seek therapy to create a paper trail in case of future custody or divorce proceedings.
  • Dual arrest policies in Canada and the US result in the arrest of women, and there is a need for more shelters for domestic abuse victims.
  • Activists are working to raise awareness and address issues of domestic abuse, including the lack of resources for men who are victims.
  • The Duluth model is not suitable for male victims of domestic abuse, and a more compassionate approach is needed for their therapy.
  • There are limited free services available for men who are being abused, but donations and funding are needed to provide access to private therapists, and there are self-help treatment groups for males in some places.
• 23:05 🔑 Advocating for domestic abuse funding and resources is crucial, as the current intervention models are ineffective and social workers need better education to address the issue.
  • There is a lack of government policy supporting domestic abuse and the speaker is surprised by the hostility they receive when discussing the issue.
  • Convincing more people to advocate for domestic abuse funding and resources, and motivating them by framing it in terms of taxpayer value and getting ripped off.
  • The duluth model of domestic abuse intervention is not effective and is not supported by scientific data, leading to a waste of public funds and a lack of proper services for those in need.
  • Social workers need to be educated to intervene successfully in domestic abuse cases, and the misconception that only women are victims needs to be addressed.
  • Spending a trillion dollars on domestic violence is not achieving anything and not helping people.
• 27:35 🎙 Intimate partner violence affects the gay and lesbian community at higher rates, and there is a lack of psychological perspective and support for this population, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and support for marginalized individuals.
  • The speaker discusses the creation of a virtual center in Edmonton that aims to be inclusive and address concerns about allegations.
  • Intimate partner violence affects the gay and lesbian community at higher rates, and the issue is attachment and psychological factors, but there is a lack of psychological perspective and support for this population.
  • The speaker emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and support for marginalized individuals, particularly within the gay community, in addressing domestic abuse.
• 30:17 🗣 Stop repeating yourself and start implementing the facts to improve social policy on domestic abuse.

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