Any physical force that is used to harm people or damage property.
Violence
Physical/Emotional harm to someone
Abuse
What type of people should we avoid?
Abusive
Disrespectful
Hostile
Why are children/elderly vulnerable to abuse?
-Depend on others
-Easily taken advantage of
Who can you tell if you are being abused?
A trusted adult.
A violent act against someone just because he/she is different.
Hate Crime
Another name for a force/threat.
Coercion
I feel angry when you push me against the locker after school. I need you to stop doing that or I will tell a teacher. What is this an example of?
An I message
What is neglect?
When a caretaker fails to provide basic needs (food, shelter, and love).
How does Violence/Abuse affect one's health?
-Depression
-Low self esteem
-Guilt
-Decreased appetite/sleep
Another name for a fight/disagreement
Conflict
What phase of the abusive relationship cycle is the reason why people stay in abusive relationships?
Honeymoon Phase
A nonviolent way to deal with arguments
Conflict Resolution
Emotional abuse causes a decrease in what?
Self Concept/ Self Esteem
What are Domestic Violence resources in Palm Desert?
Shelter from the storm, inc.
DV Hotline: 760-3287233
We want to be sympathetic/empathetic instead of what?
Apathetic
Emotional abuse such as threats/insults is what phase of the abusive relationship cycle?
Tension building phase.
How can we protect ourselves against sexual assault in the home setting?
Lock doors/windows
Don't give our personal information
Don't open door to strangers
What is the difference between emotional and verbal abuse?
Emotional: decrease sense of self worth
Verbal: Using words to hurt another
What number can you text if you are being assaulted by a partner?
LOVEIS to 77054
What are the three signs that someone is losing control of their anger?
Tone
Volume
Body Language
What are the four most common date rape drugs?
1. Ecstasy
2. Ketamine
3. GHB
4. Rohypnol
What is the outline of an I message?
I feel (emotion)
When you (the behavior)
What I need is (what you want to happen)
Hazing can be what type of abuses?
Verbal, Emotional, Sexual, Physical
What is the domestic abuse hotline number?
800-942-6906