Dialogues on the subject of domestic violence in society have been a key issue for the past few decades. This descriptive, qualitative study explored how social and emotional intelligence (SEI) content could be utilized to develop Batterers' Intervention programs (BIP) in Palm Beach and Broward counties in the state of Florida. This study addressed the central research question on how emotional intelligence content was used to improve program effectiveness for BIP, by discovering that Social and Emotional Intelligence does: (1) increase batterer self-awareness; provide (2) better case management through a hands-on approach; contribute to the (3) application of diverse communication approach; and support (4) a safe non-discriminatory environment. Through interviews with 12 facilitators and staff members at eight BIPs in Florida, the findings also expounded on what characteristics of SEI and content were most applicable to BIPs. It was then learned that: (1) SEI content is applicable for BIP programs; while (2) not all SEI content is seen in the Duluth Model approach; and lastly, there was an (3) unconscious use of SEI in BIP programs. The inclusion of emotional intelligence content can be used to reduce BIP failure by regulating that (4) the Power and Control Model does not work for BIP in Florida and by promoting the (5) ability to be creative and innovative. The results indicated that recovery is not a one-size-fits-all program.

The Handbook of Crime Correlates, Second Edition summarizes more than a century of worldwide research on traits and social conditions associated with criminality and antisocial behavior. Findings are provided in tabular form, enabling readers to determine at a glance the nature of each association. Within each table, results are listed by country, type of crime (or other forms of antisocial behavior), and whether each variable is positively, negatively, or insignificantly associated with offending behavior. Criminal behavior is broken down according to major categories, including violent crime, property crime, drug offenses, sex offenses, delinquency, and recidivism. This book provides a resource for practitioners and academics who are interested in criminal and antisocial behavior. It is relevant to the fields of criminology/criminal justice, sociology, and psychology. No other publication provides as much information about how a wide range of variables—e.g., gender, religion, personality traits, weapons access, alcohol and drug use, social status, geography, and seasonality—correlate with offending behavior. Includes 600+ tables regarding variables related to criminal behavior Consolidates 100+ years of academic research on criminal behavior Findings are identified by country and world regions for easy comparison Lists criminal-related behaviors according to major categories Identifies universal crime correlates

Aggression is a complex issue, not least because what one person sees as an acceptable form of expressing anger or frustration may be seen by others as an aggressive act. This practical book explores the difference between positive and pathological expressions of anger, and explains how to transform your approach to dealing with aggression, both yours and other people?s. Packed full of strategies for handling relations with others, it will help transform your dealings with aggressors as you go about everyday life. Topics discussed include: - the nature of anger - passive aggression and how to recognise it - covert aggression - open aggression and outright hostility - cyber and online bullying - useful conversational gambits - empathy and why our culture needs it

This volume focuses on nonverbal messages and their role in close relationships--friends, family, and romantic partners. For scholars and students in personal relationship study, as well as social psychology, interpersonal/nonverbal communication, family