Myths or facts
Domestic violence is a private family matter.
What is a Myth
This agency is tasked with investigating cases of child abuse and neglect.
What is child protective services
This is the type of abuse that many people think of when they hear the word ‘abuse.’ It can include punching, hitting, slapping, kicking, strangling, or physically restraining a family member against their will.
What is physical abuse
This theory believes abuse occurs when families are experiencing chronic, overwhelming stressors.
What is situational theory.
Fact or Myth. Abuse is more common in countries with high levels of social stratification.
What is a fact.
Abusive people just have a problem expressing anger.
What is a myth
This agency is often the first responder to cases of domestic violence
What is law enforcement
This type of abuse involves a partner kissing and touching in an unwanted manner.
What is sexual abuse
This theory discusses family violence as a learned behavior stemming from childhood experiences.
What is social learning theory.
During this period, rates of intimate partner violence increase on military bases.
What are times of war.
Abusive people are often survivors of abuse themselves.
What is a fact
This resource emerged out of the 1970's feminist movement.
What is domestic violence agencies.
Your partner requires constant check-ins and wants to know where you are and who you are with at all times
What is psychological abuse
This theory believes family violence emerges out of a patriarchal structure and culture.
What is feminist theory
Women are more likely to be killed by an intimate partner after committing this act.
What is leaving the relationship.
Sibling abuse is the most common form of family violence.
What is a fact
This agency investigates cases of elder abuse.
What is adult protective services.
This type of abuse involves failing to meet a dependents basic needs.
What is neglect
This theory argues that family violence happens because "it can" and "it works"
Family violence theory
These are described as the "two Bs" that trigger men to be violent?
What are breadwinning and bedroom.
It is easy for a survivor to leave their abuser.
What is a myth
This is a term for those required by law to report cases of child abuse.
What is a mandated reporter.
This type of abuse involves wielding systemic discrimination against a partner.
What is identity abuse.
This theory highlights the intersection of systems of power as effecting rates and experiences of family violence.
Race-class-gender theory
A new partner who may call their new love during the workday just to say hello or leave messages when one or the other is out with friends or traveling is an example of this warning sign
What is intrusion