Global understandings of domestic violence

Abstract

Violence that occurs in intimate partner relationships covers a range of terms, including "domestic violence", "domestic abuse", "spousal abuse", "battering", "intimate partner violence", "family violence", and "dating abuse".This article outlines the historical development of these terms; reviews key debates in relation to definitions; and finally, discusses implications for research and health practice in the field.

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