Family Violence Across the Lifespan





Ola W. Barnett is a distinguished scholar and author whose work illuminates the pervasive and often hidden dynamics of family violence. With a career spanning decades in psychology and social sciences, she has dedicated herself to exploring how abuse manifests across generations, from childhood traumas to elder mistreatment, offering critical insights for educators, policymakers, and practitioners. Her seminal book, Family Violence Across the Lifespan: An Introduction, serves as a foundational text in the field, blending rigorous research with accessible prose to foster greater awareness and prevention strategies. Barnett's contributions continue to shape academic discourse and support efforts to build safer communities, emphasizing empathy, evidence-based interventions, and the resilience of survivors.




