Researching Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence: Critical Perspectives for Student-Practitioner Researchers

This book explores the ethical and moral challenges of conducting research about domestic abuse or sexual violence from the perspectives of student practitioners and novice researchers. It offers insights based on the experiences of each author and considers the different national and international, gendered, cultural, and social contexts of DA and SV. The book aims to articulate the dominant theoretical frameworks, evaluate legislation and policy provisions, showcase best practice examples, promote a critical appraisal of the self and the practitioner, and reflect on the impact of the shadow pandemic on vulnerable individuals. It is essential reading for students and practitioners in the DA and SV sectors.

Format: Hardback
Length: 124 pages
Publication date: 25 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into a critical examination of the ethical and moral challenges inherent in conducting research on domestic abuse or sexual violence from the perspectives of student practitioners and novice researchers across various professional disciplines. Drawing upon the rich insights and experiences of each author, the book explores the intricate interplay between practice-informed research and research-informed practice in the exploration of a diverse range of issues and themes related to domestic abuse and sexual violence.

The book incorporates the research expertise of academics in this field, as well as the firsthand experiences of student practitioners in conducting their research. It delves into the complexities of practice-informed research, emphasizing the importance of integrating practical knowledge and insights into the research process. Moreover, the book explores the reciprocal relationship between research and practice, highlighting how research findings can inform and enhance professional practices and interventions.

Including some research conducted during the global pandemic of COVID-19, the contributors to this book reflect on the unique challenges and complexities that emerged during this period. They consider the ethical implications of conducting research in such challenging circumstances and explore innovative approaches to address them. The reader is invited to engage with the different national and international, gendered, cultural, and social contexts of domestic abuse and sexual violence, spanning from early childhood to old age. Throughout the book, a constant thread of critical reflection is woven, encouraging the reader to consider their own positionality within the unfolding discussions and how these may relate to their professional practice, research, and professional values.

The book aims to accomplish several key objectives. Firstly, it seeks to articulate the dominant theoretical frameworks that have sought to provide explanations for domestic abuse and sexual violence within the research problems presented by the student practitioners. By critically evaluating these frameworks, the book aims to shed light on the complexities and nuances of understanding these issues.

Secondly, the book evaluates the significance of the legislation and policy provisions within the UK in service provision and interventions for victims and perpetrators. It explores how these provisions shape the research landscape and the opportunities and challenges they present for student practitioners and novice researchers.

Lastly, the book showcases best practice examples of research studies on domestic abuse and sexual violence. These examples serve as valuable resources for student practitioners and novice researchers, providing insights into effective research methodologies, data collection techniques, and analysis approaches.

In conclusion, this book offers a valuable contribution to the field of research on domestic abuse and sexual violence. By bringing together
together the perspectives of student practitioners and novice researchers, as well as the expertise of academics, it provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of the ethical and moral challenges inherent in this research. Through its critical reflection and best practice examples, the book equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to conduct ethical and impactful research in this area.

Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032189031