Kansai University of International Studies (KUISs) is a high school-college collaboration with Hyogo Prefectural Mikikita High School, and approximately 100 students from all grades at Hyogo Prefectural Mikikita High School200Name and faculty information35This time, we held a special high school-university collaborative lecture for 100 people. Faculty of Psychology OfAssociate Professor Akira Itayamawill be the lecturer,Psychology of Love and Crime: Stalking" Dating is a familiar yet serious issue for young people.DVHe also explained the psychological structure of stalking behavior.
Introduction: "See it as your own problem, not someone else's."
At the beginning of his lecture, Associate Professor Itayama told the students,DVand stalking issues.I want people to think of this as their own problem, not someone else's." He strongly urged the audience to think deeply about their relationships with their partners, and began his lecture by emphasizing the importance of thinking deeply about your relationships with your partner.
DVDefinition and structure of control
First,DV(Domestic violence)The explanation began with the definition of violence.①physical,②Mental,③social,4Economical,⑤It is clear that there is a sexual element to a healthy relationship.He said that the most important thing is to have an "equal relationship."
In addition, DVThe image of the perpetrator was also mentioned.DVMany men who doMale superiority type, compensatory violence type, psychological dominance type, unstable typeIt was explained that in many cases, people have specific thought patterns such as:
What particularly caught the students' attention was "controlling behavior in a partner."とDVThe violent behavior of the perpetrator is not an impulsive act that cannot be controlled or an outlet for frustration, but ratherIt is pointed out that the crime was carried out based on a "calculated and rational decision."Intentionally controlling the timing and intensity of violenceThe psychological mechanism of control was explained in detail, which leads to the perpetrator mentally dominating and controlling the victim.
The cycle of violence theory and the psychology of stalking
Furthermore, DVThe "cycle of violence theory" describes a structure in whichwas introduced. This cycle is ➀nervous period,➁Explosive period,③It is divided into a honeymoon period (release period) and a release period. Among these, the main reason why many victims are unable to break off the relationship isHoneymoon periodThe mechanism of this was explained in detail. During this period, the perpetrator will cry and apologize saying "I'll never do it again" after committing violence, or buy expensive gifts. The victim will react to this behavior with "The relationship may be restored""The other person may change" and as a result,Negative cycleIt was pointed out that there are many cases where companies fall into this trap.
next,StalkingThe conversation progressed toStalking and requests for meetings and relationshipsThe most common types of stalking are:Rejection-type stalkerThe motivation isIn many cases, it's not just the desire to revive the relationship, but also the pride of having been dumped that has a major influence.The psychological background was also explained.
The importance of "love" rather than "love"
In closing his lecture, Associate Professor Itayama stated, "The important thing in relationships is not simply 'falling in love,' but 'loving.'" His message that "love" can be self-centered, but "love" means respecting the other person and building an equal relationship resonated deeply with the students.
During the question and answer session after the lecture,What can you learn in a psychology major?The students asked specific questions about this topic, and Associate Professor Itayama answered them carefully.
The students:9conducted in the monthLecture by Professor Ayuko TanakaBy attending both the (theme unknown) and this lecture by Professor Itayama,Enrich your life" It appears that interest in the academic field of psychology has grown even more.
