Preliminary Investigation of the Roles of Military Background of Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms in Frequency and Recidivism, of Intimate Partner Violence Perpetration Among Court-Referred Men

Baseline measures and one-year post-program recidivism data were examined from military experienced and nonmilitary men referred for an interpersonal violence intervention program to test differences regarding intimate partner violence perpetration. Results indicated difference in physical assault and injury, as well a recidivism. Mental health may impact rate of intimate partner violence.