Patronen van geweld in intieme relaties en femicide

Coercive control in relation to femicide Femicide in this article refers to the killing of a woman by her (male) partner or ex-partner. Often, there is a pattern of coercive control underlying this. This article focuses on the period leading up to the killing, examining violence patterns with an emphasis on coercive control, also referred to as intimate terrorism. Although intimate terrorism often does not lead to femicide, it is important to be knowledgeable about it, along with knowledge of risk factors associated with femicide and the prior phases leading to murder in order to prevent femicide. Anyone can encounter signals indicating a dangerous relationship, and increased knowledge among professionals and citizens is necessary to combat serious life-threatening violence.