Eren Arbatli
@erenarbatli.bsky.social
Associate Prof. @durhameconomics. @sabanciuni, @BilkentEconDept
and @Brown_Economics alumnus. Interested in political economy, comparative econ. development.
and @Brown_Economics alumnus. Interested in political economy, comparative econ. development.
11/ And help us spread the word! Share this thread to raise awareness and spark discussions on combat exposure, authoritarianism, and IPV normalisation. #DomesticViolence #IPV #GenderNorms
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
11/ And help us spread the word! Share this thread to raise awareness and spark discussions on combat exposure, authoritarianism, and IPV normalisation. #DomesticViolence #IPV #GenderNorms
10/ For details, read the full paper here 🔗: papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....
Adjusting to Toxic Husbands: Normalization of Domestic Violence by Women
One out of three women views intimate partner violence (IPV) as justified, and the rates of IPV approval are significantly higher among women than men. Beyond s
papers.ssrn.com
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
10/ For details, read the full paper here 🔗: papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....
9/ The normalization of IPV and unequal gender norms among women isn't just a cultural artifact— it’s a likely an adaptation to having to live with aggression risk. Without addressing fear-induced submission, IPV may persist even when formal protections exist.
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
9/ The normalization of IPV and unequal gender norms among women isn't just a cultural artifact— it’s a likely an adaptation to having to live with aggression risk. Without addressing fear-induced submission, IPV may persist even when formal protections exist.
8/ Implications: Many anti-IPV initiatives focus on helping victims escape if violence becomes systematic, but preventing submission in the first place may be crucial. Increasing women's exit options (legal, economic, and social) can break this cycle.
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
8/ Implications: Many anti-IPV initiatives focus on helping victims escape if violence becomes systematic, but preventing submission in the first place may be crucial. Increasing women's exit options (legal, economic, and social) can break this cycle.
7/ Evidence on mechanisms suggests a chilling cycle: Women learn to be submissive over time, not just from physical violence, but from threats, verbal abuse, and fear of future physical IPV. Early warning signs of aggression lead to internalized justification of IPV.
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
7/ Evidence on mechanisms suggests a chilling cycle: Women learn to be submissive over time, not just from physical violence, but from threats, verbal abuse, and fear of future physical IPV. Early warning signs of aggression lead to internalized justification of IPV.
6/ Key Finding #2: Wives of these men—even those who have never experienced physical IPV— are significantly more likely to justify domestic violence.Consistent with our model, the effects are driven by women with lower capacity to exit abusive relationships.
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
6/ Key Finding #2: Wives of these men—even those who have never experienced physical IPV— are significantly more likely to justify domestic violence.Consistent with our model, the effects are driven by women with lower capacity to exit abusive relationships.
5/ Key Finding #1: Men who served in conflict zones develop higher aggression and authoritarian tendencies. They are more likely to exhibit violence, have anger control issues, and value discipline and expect obedience.
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
5/ Key Finding #1: Men who served in conflict zones develop higher aggression and authoritarian tendencies. They are more likely to exhibit violence, have anger control issues, and value discipline and expect obedience.
4/ To test this empirically, we leverage a natural experiment in Turkey: the mandatory military conscription system. Men are randomly assigned to service locations, including conflict zones. This allows us to study how serving in combat affects husbands and their wives' attitudes
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
4/ To test this empirically, we leverage a natural experiment in Turkey: the mandatory military conscription system. Men are randomly assigned to service locations, including conflict zones. This allows us to study how serving in combat affects husbands and their wives' attitudes
3/ We propose a potential explanation: women exposed to toxic husbands —men with authoritarian attitudes & high aggression potential— adjust their beliefs and behavior to minimize risk. Over time, they internalize male authority and aggression as acceptable.
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
3/ We propose a potential explanation: women exposed to toxic husbands —men with authoritarian attitudes & high aggression potential— adjust their beliefs and behavior to minimize risk. Over time, they internalize male authority and aggression as acceptable.
2/ IPV remains a global crisis, with around 26% of women experiencing abuse. 1 in 3 women views IPV as justified. Shockingly, women are often more accepting of IPV than men. Why? Beyond social norms, we argue that fear and adaptation to abusive partners play a critical role.
February 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
2/ IPV remains a global crisis, with around 26% of women experiencing abuse. 1 in 3 women views IPV as justified. Shockingly, women are often more accepting of IPV than men. Why? Beyond social norms, we argue that fear and adaptation to abusive partners play a critical role.