Testing a transgenerational cycles of violence model in Timor-Leste: Impact of maternal anger on childhood aggression. [ 2015 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Derrick Silove (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Susan Rees ,  Dr Wietse Tol ,  Prof Mark Dadds ,  Prof Valsamma Eapen
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Brief description We will examine ways in which war trauma can cause mental disorder and behavioural disturbances in the next generation. We will examine the problem of extreme anger amongst mothers caused by war trauma, domestic violence and other stresses. Mothers with anger may have difficulties parenting their children, resulting in behavioural disturbances in the next generation. In the longer term, these children may show aggressive behaviour that leads to ongoing family and social instability.

Funding Amount $AUD 881,002.58

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant