Collection
Gender-Based Violence and Mental Health
Our primary objective is to publish scholarly works focusing on gender-based violence and the psychological implications surrounding it, with a specific emphasis on mental health. We welcome contributions that delve into the various dimensions of gender-based violence, exploring its impact on individuals' psychological well-being. Our goal is to provide a platform that highlights research addressing the complex intersections of gender-based violence and mental health, fostering a deeper understanding of the associated challenges and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in this critical area. We invite submissions that investigate the psychological dynamics, coping mechanisms, and therapeutic interventions related to gender-based violence, ultimately aiming to promote awareness and inform evidence-based practices in the field of mental health. Our aim is to welcome contributions in various formats, including original research articles, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses, all delving into the intricate topic of gender-based violence and mental health.
We encourage authors from diverse disciplines to share their perspectives and research, creating an inclusive platform for the dissemination of critical knowledge and insights. We are particularly interested in submissions that offer new perspectives, robust empirical evidence, and recommendations for evidence-based practices in the fields of mental health and gender-based violence.
Keywords: Gender-based violence; Mental health; Trauma; Coping mechanisms; Intervention strategies; Gender disparities
Editors
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Pasquale Caponnetto
Prof. Pasquale Caponnetto, PhD, University of Catania, Italy
Prof. Pasquale Caponnetto received his Ph.D. degree from University of Stirling. He is a Clinical and Community Psychologist, Systemic-Relational Psychotherapist, holds a Master's in Criminological and Penitentiary Sciences, and a Ph.D. in Health Sciences. Since October 31, 2022, he has been a Fixed-Term Researcher in Clinical Psychology (MPSI-08) at the Department of Educational Sciences, University of Catania.
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Vittorio Lenzo
Dr. Vittorio Lenzo, PhD, University of Catania, Italy
Dr. Vittorio Lenzo received his Ph.D. degree from University of Messina. He is a researcher of Dynamic Psychology at the Department of Educational Sciences of the University of Catania where he teaches Dynamic Psychology; Psychologist and Psychotherapist Psychoanalytically oriented.
