Gender Scripting as a Factor in Domestic Violence

Abstract

This article discusses components of male and female gender scripting and their effects on individuals and relationships, particularly in relation to domestic violence. Descriptions of constructs of Western cultural gender scripting are offered based on the author's clinical experience and her interviews with men who participated in a qualitative research project to determine the causes of domestic violence and nonviolence. Three patterns that are common to violent/abusive men and that are based on gender scripting are presented.

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Linda Gregory

Linda Gregory is a Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst in private clinical practice in Perth, Australia. She is director of the Gregory Institute for Transactional Analysis, which provides training both at the institute and via correspondence. Linda was successful in gaining national accreditation for transactional analysis training in Australia. She is completing her Ph.D. in the area of domestic violence. Linda worked for the Perth Crisis Care Unit for seven years prior to her work in private practice, where she gained experience and an interest in domestic violence. Linda is married, with three adult children and five grandchildren. She originates from Indianapolis Indiana, USA, and has lived in Australia since 1966.