Research - Topic #1

PHYSICAL VIOLENCE IN FAMILY SUB-SYSTEMS 1
Physical Violence in Family Sub-Systems: Links to Peer Victimization and Long-Term

Emotional and Behavioral Problems.
Rashida Brown
Victor Valley College
Biopsychology
Psych109 30856
Professor Keiry Borruel
03/20/2023
I. Overview
The article "Physical Violence in Family Sub-Systems: Links to Peer Victimization and
Long-Term Emotional and Behavioral Problems" examines the association between physical
violence in family subsystems and peer victimization as well as emotional and behavioral
problems. The authors used a longitudinal study design to examine the impact of physical
violence in the family and the potential long-term consequences for the child. The study was
based on data collected from a representative sample of children and adolescents in Germany.
II. Methodology
The methodology used in the study can have an impact on the results presented. In this
case, the authors used a longitudinal study design, which allowed them to track the same
individuals over a long period of time. This methodology is advantageous because it allows
researchers to examine changes over time, and to identify possible cause-and-effect
relationships. However, there are some limitations to the methodology used. For example, the
data were based on self-report measures, which are subject to bias and may not accurately reflect
the actual experiences of the participants. Additionally, the study was limited to a sample of
children and adolescents in Germany, so the results may not be generalizable to other
populations. Another potential limitation is the reliance on physical violence as the primary form
of family conflict. Other forms of family conflict, such as emotional abuse or neglect, may have
different effects on children's emotional and behavioral outcomes. Overall, the methodology
used in the study provides valuable insights into the potential long-term consequences of
physical violence in family subsystems. However, it is important to recognize the methodology’s
limitations and interpret the results with caution.

III. Questioned Raised
The three follow-up questions I would ask following the interpretation of this article
would be, how might this study's results differ if it had been conducted in a different cultural
context? What are some explanations for the observed link between physical violence in the
family and peer victimization? How might future research build on this study to better
understand the long-term consequences of family violence on children's development,
particularly in terms of interventions and prevention strategies?
IV. Benefits and Drawbacks of the Method Chosen
There are several potential explanations for the observed link between physical violence
in the family and peer victimization, including the following: Social learning theory suggests that
children who witness or experience violence in the family may learn aggressive behaviors and
attitudes that they then apply in their interactions with peers. The spillover model proposes that
the negative emotions and stress resulting from violence in the family may spill over into
children's peer relationships, leading to increased conflict and victimization. The selection model
suggests that children vulnerable to victimization due to temperament or other risk factors may
be more likely to experience violence in the family and peer victimization. A method that could
be used to study this question is a longitudinal study design that examines the temporal
relationship between family violence, peer victimization, and potential mediators or moderators
of this relationship. For example, researchers could use a multi-wave study design to collect data
on family violence and peer victimization over-on-over time and collect data on potential
mediators or moderators (e.g., aggressive behavior, negative emotions, social support) to test
different theoretical models. A potential benefit of this method is that it allows for the
examination of temporal relationships and potential mediating or moderating factors that may
explain the link between family violence and peer victimization. Additionally, a longitudinal
study design can help to rule out alternative explanation's reverse causality. A potential drawback
of this method is that it can be time-consuming and expensive to conduct, as it requires tracking
participants over time. Additionally, there may be issues with attrition or missing data if
participants drop out of the study or do not complete all waves of data collection. Finally, it is
important to consider ethical issues related to studying violence in families and ensuring the
safety and well-being of participants throughout the study.

References
Glatz, T., Källström, Å., Hellfeldt, K., & Thunberg, S. (2019). Physical violence in the family.
sub-systems: Links to peer victimization and long-term emotional and behavioral
problems. Journal of family violence, 34, 423-433.

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PHYSICAL VIOLENCE IN FAMILY SUB-SYSTEMS 1

Physical Violence in Family Sub-Systems: Links to Peer Victimization and Long-Term

researchers to examine changes over time, and to identify possible cause-and-effect

physical violence in family subsystems. However, it is important to recognize the methodology’s

limitations and interpret the results with caution.

III. Questioned Raised

understand the long-term consequences of family violence on children's development,

particularly in terms of interventions and prevention strategies?

IV. Benefits and Drawbacks of the Method Chosen

safety and well-being of participants throughout the study.

sub-systems: Links to peer victimization and long-term emotional and behavioral

problems. Journal of family violence, 34, 423-433.

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