The solution of Intimate Partner Violence
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is not a new thing in the world as violence between partners has been in existence since time immemorial. Just like any other type of violence, the IPV results in serious issues that have a lasting negative effect on an individual and a family (Niolon & CDC, 2017). Mostly the IPV is instigated and encouraged by the culture in society, and due to the adverse effects it has, then it is high time that people strive towards putting an end to IPV by changing the culture.
Establishing a total solution to a problem, it is vital to first deal with the root of the problem that encourages its occurrence, and in this case, IPV in the society is usually encouraged by the culture (WHO, 2009). In communities or homes, there has been a culture of violent relationships, gender inequality where the wife is perceived as an object, and the lack of respect, which leads to IPV. Unless this type of culture is changed, there is no way that IPV will be prevented or stopped.
Implementing cultural change to prevent intimate partner violence requires the contribution, everyone, in a society, and it can be done in the following ways. The first step is to modernize people by eroding the medieval culture of relationships that is implanted in them. This can be done by creating awareness of how adverse the effects of IPV can be and then teach them safe and healthy skills of maintaining a relationship (Niolon & CDC, 2017). The learning process can be done through social, emotional youth and partner learning programs and healthy relationship programs and counseling for couples.
Secondly, creating a safe protective environment for everyone, which has to start from an early age so that the same can be reciprocated when in a relationship. To break the negative culture parents need to create an environment where their children can speak out for themselves when they feel oppressed, they should also advise their children on how to maintain a healthy happy relationship and at the same time display it to them as role models (Asay et al., 2016). People tend to learn by imitating, and if they imitate negativity, that is what they will apply in their relationship. It is also vital to create gender equality and encourage respect for women as this will change the negative culture of male domination and prevent IPV.
In conclusion, when the negative culture of society towards relationships, intimacy, and women change, then it is evident that IPV will be prevented and an averted. It is essential to prevent IPV in all ways possible as its effect is harmful, and it can be spread through generations. Since parents are the primary role models, then the change should start with them by ensuring they display a healthy relationship with their children and always advise them on healthy relationship skills. A healthy intimate relationship beneficial to all, and it leads to great achievements.
References
Asay, S. M., DeFrain, J., Metzger, M., & Moyer, B. (2016). Implementing a strengths-based approach to intimate partner violence worldwide. Journal of family violence, 31(3), 349-360.
Niolon, P. H., & Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2017). Preventing intimate partner violence across the lifespan: A technical package of programs, policies, and practices. Government Printing Office. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/ipv-technicalpackages.pdf
World Health Organization. (2009). Changing cultural and social norms that support violence. Retrieved from https://www.who.int/violence_injury_prevention/violence/norms.pdf