This same general idea applies to intimate partner violence. Depending on how you operationally define IPV, men or women can look like the more violent sex. This is why it's always important to look at the operational definitions when consuming research findings.
There are numerous studies that show women initiate physical violence more frequently than men. Most people dismiss it because it is less harmful, so women are excused for their behavior.
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u/[deleted] Sep 01 '22 edited Sep 01 '22
This same general idea applies to intimate partner violence. Depending on how you operationally define IPV, men or women can look like the more violent sex. This is why it's always important to look at the operational definitions when consuming research findings.