The Psychology Of Honor Abuse, Violence, And Killings

This important book provides a much-needed exploration and examination of honor abuse, violence, and killings from psychological perspectives. Written by a leading authority on the subject, the book draws on a wide range of research and theory on victims and perpetrators to bridge the gap between research and practice.

This important book provides a much-needed exploration and examination of "honor" abuse, violence, and killings from a psychological perspective. Written by a leading authority on the subject, the book draws on a wide range of research and theory on victims and perpetrators to bridge the gap between research and practice.

Presented in two parts, the book begins with a focus on teaching, research, and practice issues in forensic psychology and related criminal justice fields, integral to studying and working with victims and perpetrators of "honor" abuse, violence, and killing. The second part provides an overview of the main issues relevant to the psychology of honor abuse, violence, and killings. These include definitions, prevalence, crime characteristics, victims, and perpetrators. The final chapter presents a new explanatory three-phase model of "honor"-based abuse perpetration. Firsthand personal accounts and detailed cases studies are interwoven throughout, giving a voice to victims and bringing their real-life stories to the forefront.

As the first psychologically based book to synthesize existing and new knowledge on "honor" abuse, the book is a must-read for anyone working with victims and/or perpetrators of "honor" abuse and domestic violence, including criminal justice professionals, mental health practitioners, policymakers, support agencies, emergency workers, and activists. It is also relevant for any students or researchers of gender-based violence and racially minoritized communities.

Part One: Forensic psychology: teaching, research, and practice 1. 21st century forensic psychology – WEIRD and “raceless” 2. Working with victims and perpetrators Part Two: Understanding ‘honor’ abuse, violence, and killing 3. Defining ‘honor’ abuse, violence and killing 4. Prevalence rates and crime characteristics 5. Victims 6. Perpetrators 7. Conclusions

"With this new book, The Psychology of Honor Abuse, Violence, and Killings, Dr. Roxanne Khan has provided an extraordinary contribution to the fields dedicated to understanding and preventing these crimes. Moreover, the book will appeal not just to students and researchers, but also to those dedicated to providing aid to victims of ‘honor’ abuse and violence, including public policy analysts, health care professionals, social workers, and clinicians." Todd K. Shackelford, Distinguished Professor and Chair of Psychology, Oakland University, USA; and Editor-in-Chief, Springer Nature Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence

"A comprehensive and compelling journey through the dark side of honor, where the victims are sacrificed for misconstrued tradition perpetuated by patriarchy and misogyny. You won’t believe how deep it goes till you read this." Nazir Afzal OBE, Former Chief Crown Prosecutor and Chief Executive of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners; Chancellor of the University of Manchester, UK

"Dr Khan meticulously dissects the intricate dynamics underlying the pervasive issue of ''honor''-based abuses, drawing from intersectional perspectives to provide a comprehensive understanding of how and why violence occurs. Her work showcases immense clarity and depth and equips readers with the knowledge and insight needed to confront and dismantle the structures perpetuating abuse. This book is a vital resource for advocates, scholars, and anyone committed to eradicating honour-based