National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS)

The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS) is a survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States. The survey aims to assess the prevalence, nature, and consequences of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking.

NISVS collects data on various forms of violence experienced by adults, including emotional abuse. The survey asks questions about a range of behaviors that constitute emotional abuse, such as psychological aggression, coercive control, and threatening behaviors. Some specific questions may inquire about verbal insults, humiliation, isolation from friends and family, control of finances, and other emotionally manipulative actions.

The survey methodology involves conducting interviews with a large sample of adults, both men and women, to gather self-reported data on their experiences with intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking. NISVS provides estimates of the prevalence of emotional abuse, along with other forms of violence, within intimate relationships.

The findings from NISVS help to understand the extent of emotional abuse in the United States, identify risk factors, inform policy and prevention efforts, and guide interventions for survivors. The survey has been conducted periodically to track trends over time and provide updated information on the prevalence and impact of intimate partner violence and related behaviors.

It’s worth noting that the NISVS focuses specifically on the United States, and its findings may not be directly applicable to other countries. However, the survey serves as an important resource for understanding the dynamics of intimate partner violence, including emotional abuse, within the U.S. context.