Psychology
A friend or acquaintance
What is the social learning theory?
The idea that we learn behaviours by observing, imitating, and modelling other peoples behaviours
What is cultural violence?
It is when a person is harmed due to their religion, beliefs or traditions
What is the most common type of violence in Canada?
Physical assault - usually family physical assult
What are three ways we can prevent violence?
Education/awareness, sublimation, mental health resources
What are three factors that can influence violence?
Biological factors, cognitive dysfunction, mental illness
What are three sociological factors affecting violence?
Peer pressure, family, discrimination/inequality
How has violence changed over the years?
Violence has become more media based, while it was more war based in the pasted
What are the impacts of violence? (name 2)
Mental health issues, Long term health issues, Physical injuries, Inter-generational trauma
Define sublimation
To turn your negative emotions into a sport
What are some of the mental disorders mentioned? (name 2)
Bipolar disorder, Depression, Tourette's syndrome
Friends/ people you associate with may pressure you to commit a violent act
What did Mohammed and Waqas parvez plead guilty for?
Second degree murder
What is the most common cause of violence?
Relationship Instability
What is violence the result of majority of the time?
The result of mental health
What is cognitive distortion?
People having irrational thinking patterns causing them to justify their aggressive behaviour
How can we prevent violence using sociological factors? (name 2)
Policy reforms, Media awareness, Social support, Safe home environment, Association
What term describes a practice involving the removal of female genitalia?
Female genital mutilation/circumcision
How much has violence in Canada increased since 2014?
43.8%
What are some mental health resources to help people? (name 2)
Support groups, counselling, talking to friends
What is the gene that is known to be associated with impulsivity and aggression called?
The MAOA gene
How does the government and law enforcement impact violence rates?
The way law enforcement/ the government handles crime can either increase or decrease crime rates
What is the practice that involved hurting women for breaking cultural rules, like wanting a divorce?
Honour killing
What was Penny Burdens sentence?
Life sentence for second degree murder
What is the program for parents and teachers called?
"Know violence in childhood"