Violencia en relaciones de noviazgo en adolescentes: Planteamiento de un programa psicoterapéutico de prevención primaria.

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze violence in adolescent dating relationships through a theoretical review that permits the development of a psychotherapeutic intervention proposal. Its specific objectives focused on the conceptualization of dating violence, the description of risk factors, and the explanation of protective factors in victims of dating violence. An intervention proposal was presented. It was a descriptive and correlational documentary review. The results showed a high rate of dating violence, where females were more vulnerable. Psychological violence prevails concerning the violence inflicted, followed by physical violence in adolescent dating relationships, predominantly in Latin American countries such as Peru and Argentina. The main risk factors are age, drug use, lack of a life plan, and inability to manage emotions. Attitudes and beliefs are highlighted as protective factors. It can be concluded that the incidence of teen dating violence is high and is due to the presence of several elements, such as age and the dynamics of the couple, and deeply affects the physical and mental health, the new opportunities that arise, and the general well-being of the victim.