Cycle of Violence
What are the three stages in the cycle of violence?
It begins with tension, followed by an abusive incident and ending with calmness/honeymoon phase.
what are common effects of spousal violence?
bruises, scars, PTSD, depression, substance abuse, inability to trust etc.
What are the three types of violence?
Physical violence, sexual violence, and psychological aggression.
What are three ways to recognize if someone around you is being abused?
visible injuries, excuses for injuries, personality changes, scared of their partner etc.
define spousal violence
The cycle of violence is a continuous cycle which leads to an abusive episode.
what are come factors linked to spousal violence?
personality disorders, substance abuse, low self esteem, struggling with anger management etc.
What are some examples of physical violence?
shoving, hitting, punching, choking, the use of a weapon etc.
what is one way to recognize if you may be experiencing violence within your own relationship?
insults, discourages you, controlling, posessive, easily angers, threatens you etc.
Why do women remain in abusive relationships?
They can remain in the relationship due to fear. It is often more dangerous trying to leave, than the abusive episodes that are occuring.
True or False. A lot of domestic violence behaviour is learned.
True. This is due to what may have been witnessed as a child. This leads the abuser to believe it is normal to behave in an aggressive manner.
Define psychological aggression
The use of verbal communication with the intent to harm your partner mentally or emotionally, often done in order to exert control over another person.
True or False. 1 in 8 women and 1 in 9 men will experience violence from their intimate partner.
False. 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience violence from their intimate parner.
What is the calmness/honey moon phase?
This is when the abuser becomes suddenly calm and apologetic and approaches the victim with affection. This often causes the victim to experience guilt and remorse despite the harm that has been done to them.
Can a persons past justify their actions?
No. Although people who might have witnessed domestic abuse as a child may grow up to think that violence of any kind is an acceptable way to resolve conflict, it does not justify the harm being done to another person. The abuser should seek help to overcome any personal challenges.
When your spouse is hitting you and preventing you from seeing family and friends, what type of spousal violence is this?
Physical violence and psychological aggression.
True or False. It is always noticeable when you are being abused.
False. It is not always realized as it can often be normalized within your relationship. One may be blind sided by their emotions.