Collaboration Factors in Addressing Elder Intimate Partner Violence in Japan
Author Information
Author(s): Katsumata Asako, Fukushima Kiyoko, Tsukada Noriko
Primary Institution: Japan Lutheran College, Tokyo, Japan
Hypothesis
The presence of a domestic violence manual influences collaboration between Community Comprehensive Support Centers and Domestic Violence support agencies.
Conclusion
The study found that having a domestic violence manual significantly increases the likelihood of collaboration between support agencies.
Supporting Evidence
- 5.8% of respondents frequently consulted with DV support organizations.
- 25.9% occasionally consulted with DV support organizations.
- 44.0% never consulted with DV support organizations.
- CCSCs with a domestic violence manual were significantly more likely to consult DV support organizations.
Takeaway
This study shows that having a guide on how to deal with domestic violence helps community centers work better with support agencies to help older people.
Methodology
Data from a national survey of Community Social Workers was analyzed using logistic regression.
Participant Demographics
Community Social Workers from 3,563 randomly selected CCSCs in Japan.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
1.425-3.266
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