(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001-12) Hendricks, Melany L; Kruger, L.; Campbel, M.; Stellenbosch University. Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Dept. of Psychology.
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This paper aims to provide an understanding of the psychodynamic implications of
battering on the victims of this form of abuse. Three dominant approaches to trauma
(one descriptive, one explanatory and one phenomenological) are briefly discussed.
Available empirical data is then explored to ascertain whether the empirical research
correspond to these dominant theories. The research indicates that the theories all
highlight different aspects of battering and all have important implications for
treatment.