"Mind 4 Partner Abuse" Task: Assessment of Cognitive Patterns in Young Adults and Their Romantic Relationship Perceptions.

ABSTRACT: Toxic romantic relationships, a popular term referring to intimate partner violence (IPV) characterized by psychological, physical, and sexual violence, are a growing concern among young people. This pilot study aimed to preliminarily validate the vignette task on IPV, the "Mind 4 partner abuse" task, and to investigate the cognitive patterns and emotional profiles concerning IPV. Our research involved 228 university students from the University of L'Aquila who participated in an online psychoeducational program to raise awareness of the risks of IPV. Participants completed the "Mind 4 partner abuse" task, which included five vignettes depicting escalating violence in relationships. The task assessed participants' emotional responses (anger, anxiety/fear, sadness, shame/guilt) and cognitiv

SUBMITTER: Mammarella S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12837563 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature