What are the current treatment approaches (in depth and researched discussion) and what are the chances for rehabilitation? Is battering in a relationship a mental illness or a behavioral profile? Support your response with research. How would you work with a batterer and what would be the immediate concerns to address as a practitioner? (be sure to cover safety of family members). What medications have been tried for batterers and how effective are they in addressing the problem? New things on batterers, pattern break. Some mental health diagnoses exacerbates domestic violence. Treatment approaches.