Scale Description

The Acceptance of Couple Violence Scale (ACVS) is a measurement tool used to evaluate attitudes toward violence in couples. This scale examines how individuals perceive and accept violence in romantic relationships. It is often used in research studies that explore the relationships between attitudes and behaviors related to violence.

Data Analysis and Usage

The ACVS includes various statements where participants are asked to indicate their level of agreement or disagreement. Responses are used to understand attitudes toward couple violence and can provide insights for prevention and intervention in cases of domestic violence. The data collected can be analyzed using statistical methods to understand the factors influencing these attitudes.

Objective

The main objective of the ACVS is to identify and measure individuals’ attitudes and perceptions regarding violence in romantic relationships. By doing so, it helps researchers and professionals develop more effective strategies for education and violence prevention.

Calibration

The calibration of the ACVS is usually done through a Likert scale, where participants rate their acceptance of violence from “strongly disagree” to “strongly agree.” The results of the scale can provide an overall picture of the level of acceptance of violence within a society or group.

Bibliography

Foshee, V. A., Fothergill, K., & Stuart, J. (1992). Acceptance of violence in romantic and non-romantic relationships: An examination of gender differences. Journal of Family Violence, 7(2), 119-135.

Foshee, V. A., & McNaughton Reyes, L. (2006). The relationship between adolescent dating abuse and psychosocial health. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 31(5), 510-521.

Smith, P. H., White, J. W., & Holland, L. J. (2003). A longitudinal perspective on dating violence among adolescent and college-age women. American Journal of Public Health, 93(7), 1104-1109.

Holt, M. K., & Espelage, D. L. (2005). Social support as a moderator between dating violence victimization and depression/anxiety among African American and Caucasian adolescents. School Psychology Review, 34(3), 309-328.

Hegtvedt, K. A., & Johnson, C. (2000). The role of justice in the acceptance of couple violence: An examination of the impact of gender and prior victimization. Social Justice Research, 13(1), 59-79.