Improving Emotional and Cognitive Outcomes for Domestic Violence Survivors: The Impact of Shelter Stay and Self-Compassion Support Groups

This study examined the effectiveness of a domestic violence shelter and tested the impact of a self-compassion support group curriculum on outcomes valued by shelters such as autonomy, emotional restoration, and safety. Data were collected from 251 women staying in a domestic violence shelter who h...

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Main Author: Allen, Ashley Batts (Author)
Contributors: Robertson, Emily ; Patin, Gail A.
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2021
In: Journal of interpersonal violence
Online Access: Volltext (Resolving-System)
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