Abstract
The study examines the Chinese face embedded in marital violence. Results from the analysis of male batterers showed that the stronger the face-orientation, the greater the masculine gender role stress and thus the greater the likelihood of using violence against a female partner.
Original language | English |
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Journal | International Social Work |
Volume | 49 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Chinese culture
- Face-sensitive intervention
- Gender role stress
- Male batterer
- Risk factor
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Social Sciences (miscellaneous)
- Sociology and Political Science