True or False
Women involved in Domestic Violence are usually poor, uneducated and possess few job skills.
false
anyone can be a victim of domestic violence
The act of controlling your actions and emotions
self control
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence is when grownups in a relationship (like parents or couples) try to control each other through:
1. Physically hurting
2. Threats/ Intimidation
3. Put downs
4. Cutting the person off from friends and family
5. Not taking responsibility for behavior
6. Using the kids
7. Not allowing the person to have money
How many months of the year have 28 days?
12. They all have 28 days.
October is known for
Domestic Violence Awareness
Domestic violence is commonly known for four types of abuse?
True.
1. physical
2. mental
3. emotional
4. verbal
The act of telling the truth
Honesty
What are some common symptoms of kids who have witnessed DV? Name at least 2.
1. Stomachaches
2. Headaches
3. Nightmares
4. Trouble eating
5. Trouble sleeping
6. Trouble with relationships
7. Jumpiness
8. Grumpiness (irritability)
I go all around the world, but never leave the corner. What am I?
A stamp
February is known for
Teen Dating Violence Awareness
Children who have witnessed domestic violence
may have stomachaches and/or headaches, wet
the bed, and lose the ability to concentrate.
Fact
showing pleasure and giving thanks
grateful
Who experiences Domestic Violence?
ALL KINDS OF PEOPLE- grownups and kids. Domestic violence doesn’t discriminate by race, religion, gender, income or anything else. In 1994, according to the American Psychological Association Report on the Impact of Domestic Violence on Children, 3.3-10 million children witnessed domestic violence in the US.
I can fill a room, but I take up no space. What am I?
a light
known for human trafficking
January
Children never get over witnessing domestic
violence.
False, we all can learn to break the cycle. Learning to work on our mental health also helps with witnessing DV
Following rules and instructions
obedience
What are some ways that kids who witness domestic violence might act? Name at least 3.
get in fights.
have problems with teachers.
not want to go to school.
not want to go home.
have a hard time concentrating.
bully other kids.
get bullied by other kids and not have friends (Jaffe, 1990).
pick on or beat up younger brothers and sisters.
be mean to animals.
use drugs or alcohol.
run away.
hurt themselves.
try to act like the parent (Jaffe, 1990).
A group of bunnies were having a birthday party. What kind of music were they listening to?
Hip hop music.
Hip hop music.
known for mental health awareness
May
Oklahoma doesn't rank in Domestic Violence, because there are no Domestic Violence issues in Oklahoma.
false
Oklahoma is ranked 3rd in the nation for women killed by men in single victim-single offender, homicides.5
Giving and sharing
generosity
Who can a kid/teenager talk to for help?
Counselors, teachers, social workers, doctors and police are some good people you can talk to. You can also talk to Ms. Laura and other Gabriel House teachers. It is important to tell an adult when you are seeing domestic violence. Talking will help you feel better after a while.
What can’t talk but will reply when spoken to?
Answer: An echo.
January is known for which other awareness
Stalking