Deck 14: Domestic Violence and Other Family Health Issues

Question 1

________ refers to having negative feelings about being lesbian or gay because of society's rejection of homosexuality.

A) Social homophobia
B) Latent homophobia
C) Internalized homophobia
D) Heterosexist homophobia

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Briefly describe depression.

Answer 2

Depression is a mental disorder characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest in everyday activities.Depression interferes with the ability to work, study, sleep, eat, and enjoy experiences that were formerly pleasurable.

Question 3

________ refers to aggressive behavior that threatens, monitors, or controls a partner, including name calling, intimidation, preventing a partner from seeing friends and family, and threatening his or her loved ones.

A) Corporeal abuse
B) Emotional abuse
C) Physical abuse
D) Sexual abuse

Answer 3

B

Question 4

________ involves murdering one's spouse, ex-spouse, children, or other relatives before attempting or committing suicide.

A) Neonaticide
B) Omnicide
C) Parricide
D) Familycide

Question 5

Michael, an alcoholic, kills his wife and two sons in a fit of rage and then attempts to commit suicide on the same day.This scenario is an illustration of ________.

A) patricide
B) familycide
C) parricide
D) euthanasia

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of emotional abuse?

A) name calling
B) forceful sex
C) biting
D) molestation

Question 7

Which of the following is true of emotional abuse?

A) It includes throwing objects and biting.
B) It includes scorn, criticism, and ridicule.
C) It includes being forced into unwanted sexual activity.
D) It occurs primarily in heterosexual marriages.

Question 8

Chandler and John are engaged in a debate about intimate partner violence.Chandler opines that marital death rates are falling and women are less likely to be killed by their husband.However, John argues otherwise and states that women are increasingly suffering from marital deaths.Which of the following statements, if true, is most likely to strengthen Chandler's opinion?

A) Women are increasingly postponing marriage and are hence marrying mature men who have greater conflict resolution skills.
B) Among African American and Latino communities, the gang membership among men has decreased substantially and hence men are less likely to grow up to be abusive.
C) Studies have shown that women are increasingly reporting domestic violence unlike during previous decades and hence are more likely to identify and report abusive husbands or domestic partners early.
D) There is a steep rise in the number of women taking up self-defense classes in the United States.

Question 9

________ is an abusive act in which a man forces his wife to have unwanted sexual intercourse.

A) Statutory rape
B) Date rape
C) Corrective rape
D) Spousal rape

Question 10

Lily, a student, is known for her binge eating habit.However, after each meal, she self-induces vomit and engages in rigorous and excessive exercise in order to shed weight.In this scenario, Lily suffers from a condition known as ________.

A) bulimia
B) nervosa
C) anorexia
D) pica

Question 11

Tim, an unemployed husband, murdered his wife and daughter as he felt that he was unable to support them financially.He then attempted to commit suicide.This scenario is an illustration of ________.

A) tyrannicide
B) neonaticide
C) uxoricide
D) familycide

Question 12

The term ________ refers to current and former spouses, couples who live together, and current or former boyfriends or girlfriends.

A) situational partner
B) intimate partner
C) ordinary resident
D) primary resident

Question 13

Which of the following is true concerning the prevalence and severity of domestic violence?

A) Women are more likely than men to engage in repeated violence against their partners.
B) Men are more likely than women to experience serious physical injuries from domestic violence.
C) Intimate partner violence is typically not reported as victims fear reprisal.
D) Male intimate partners are more likely to be murdered with a firearm.

Question 14

Which of the following is true of intimate partner violence and ethnicity?

A) American Indian and Alaska native women have the highest IPV rates in the country.
B) African American women have the highest IPV rates in the country.
C) IPV rates among multiracial women are the lowest in the country.
D) Asian American women have the highest IPV rates in the country.

Question 15

Which of the following is considered physical abuse relating to children?

A) isolation
B) fondling genitals
C) neglect
D) scalding

Question 16

Which of the following theories suggests that both victimizers and victims tolerate or engage in violent behavior because they believe that the benefits outweigh the costs?

A) ecological systems theory
B) social exchange theory
C) social learning theory
D) feminist theory

Question 17

Killing a brother or a sister is referred to as ________.

A) siblicide
B) parricide
C) feticide
D) sororicide

Question 18

Daniel, an alcoholic, forcibly kissed his girlfriend while she was sick and made unwanted advances toward her.However, she did not complain about the incident as she loved him.This scenario is an illustration of ________.

A) corporeal abuse
B) sexual abuse
C) emotional abuse
D) cognitive abuse

Question 19

A similarity between resource theories and feminist theories is that both theories________.

A) explain domestic violence by analyzing the learning behavior of individuals in a society
C) assume that assailants and victims tolerate or engage in violent behavior because they believe that the benefits outweigh the costs
D) postulate that continuous exposure to abuse and violence during childhood increases the likelihood that a person will be an assailant in adulthood
D) emphasize that male aggression results from his status and power in society

Question 20

Throwing objects, pushing, grabbing, hitting, beating, and choking are types of ________.

A) physical abuse
B) emotional abuse
C) sexual abuse
D) carnal abuse

Question 21

Maria, a housewife, is trapped in an unhappy marriage as a result of societal pressure.For the past 15 years, her husband has constantly abused her physically and emotionally.She feels incapable of leaving and continues to perform her "wifely duty." This scenario is an illustration of the ________.

A) date-rape syndrome
B) battered-woman syndrome
C) Stockholm syndrome
D) captured syndrome

Question 22

Which of the following is true of baby boomers?

A) They are also referred to as Generation X.
B) They are more likely to outlive their own children.
C) They are also known as the sandwich generation.
D) They are more likely to abuse the elderly under their care.

Question 23

Jimmy, a teenager, stabbed his sister intentionally after a protracted fight.If his sister succumbs to her injuries, this would be classified as a ________.

A) neonaticide
B) siblicide
C) regicide
D) parricide

Question 24

Which of the following is the first phase of the cycle of domestic violence?

A) the honeymoon phase
B) the acute battering phase
C) the tension-building phase
D) the Jekyll and Hyde phase

Question 25

Internalized homophobia differs from heterosexist discrimination in that internalized homophobia ________.

A) decreases the chances of gays and lesbians staying in an abusive relationship
B) decreases the chances of IPV among same-sex partners
C) involves having negative feelings about another's heterosexual tendencies
D) involves having negative feelings about one's homosexual tendencies

Question 26

Lucas, a 55-year-old, has a wife and two kids.Also, he takes care of his ailing parents permanently as they are unable to support themselves.Lucas exemplifies the characteristics associated with the ________.

A) G.I.Generation
B) silent generation
C) lost generation
D) sandwich generation

Question 27

Kim claims that elder mistreatment is more likely to happen at old age homes and care centers as opposed to within households.However, Carla disagrees and claims that most cases of elder mistreatment occur at the hands of family members.Which of the following is an accurate statement that weakens Kim's claim?

A) Less than one-third of elder mistreatment is found to be done by nonfamily members.
B) Typically, elder mistreatment occurs in households without strong "kin ties," such as Asian and Latino households.
C) A vast majority of elder mistreatment cases occur inside families with mentally disabled children.
D) Studies have shown that most cases of elder mistreatment occur in families who have adopted children.

Question 28

Tom claims that a child's economic condition is a good indicator of that child's chances of being abused.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Tom's claim?

A) Child maltreatment is found to be more common in households in which the woman is abused.
B) Poverty has been found to be the single-best predictor of child abuse and neglect.
C) Coping with a disability has been found to increase parental stress and child abuse.
D) Substance-abusing has been found to lower parenting skills and increase child abuse and neglect.

Question 29

Which of the following is typically found to be a cause for elder abuse?

A) low dependence on the caregiver
B) presence of a strong social network of kin, friends, and neighbors
C) low alcohol consumption among caregivers
D) shared living situation with a caregiver

Question 30

The use of force against a child that can or does cause bodily injury is referred to as ________ abuse.

A) emotional
B) psychological
C) physical
D) sexual

Question 31

________ refers to experiencing multiple kinds of victimization such as physical abuse, sexual abuse, and intimate partner violence (IPV)among adults.

A) Self-victimization
B) Post crime victimization
C) Polyvictimization
D) Neo-victimization

Question 32

________ refers to being treated unfairly because of one's homosexual orientation.

A) Stewed homophobia
B) Internalized homophobia
C) Social homophobia
D) Heterosexist discrimination

Question 33

Ellie, a mother, abuses her daughter stating that she is "worthless" and "good for nothing." She also makes statements like, "You're an ugly child." This scenario is an illustration of ________ abuse.

A) sexual
B) neglectful
C) corporeal
D) emotional

Question 34

Which of the following relating to IPV is true of homosexuals?

A) Homosexual partners have higher victimization rates than heterosexual partners.
B) Homosexual couples are more likely to verbally abuse their children than heterosexual couples.
C) Gay men are more likely to have experienced IPV than lesbian women.
D) Lesbian women have lower rates of IPV than bisexual women.

Question 35

Which of the following is true of IPV among African American couples?

A) They are less likely than white couples to be mutually abusive.
B) They are generally more mutually abusive if they are married.
C) They are less likely to suffer from mutual IPV than interracial couples.
D) They are more likely to commit mutual IPV due to racial stress.

Question 36

Barkley and Timothy are engaged in a debate about child abuse.Barkley opines that white children are more likely to suffer from abuse.However, Timothy disagrees and argues otherwise.He opines that children belonging to minority groups are more likely to suffer from abuse.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Barkley's argument?

A) Typically, most minority groups have close family ties and are less likely to physically or emotionally chastise their children.
B) Latino families have a lower percentage of child victimization than their white counterparts.
C) Unlike whites, African American families do not believe in disciplining children physically.
D) Despite being more prevalent among minority groups, child maltreatment percentages are higher among whites.

Question 37

Which of the following is true of marital rape in the United States?

A) It is the most common type of rape in the United States.
B) It is also known as date rape.
C) It is typically considered to be a more heinous crime than stranger rape.
D) It is not considered a crime in all states.

Question 38

In ________, the primary perpetrator is a male who uses multiple and escalating control to dominate his partner.

A) dowry violence
B) intimate terrorism
C) situational couple violence
D) bed-side terrorism

Question 39

Which of the following is true of IPV in Latin households?

A) Women from Latin households are more likely to be abusive than men.
B) They have a lesser likelihood of mutual IPV when couples are married, irrespective of the social and economic status of the family.
C) They have a greater likelihood of mutual IPV when the cohabitors live in high-crime neighborhoods.
D) Latin men are more likely to be abusive toward their spouses if they are the only financial contributors.

Question 40

During a debate about intimate partner violence (IPV), Carlos opines that internalized homophobia increases the likelihood of lifetime IPV.However, Jose disagrees and claims that internalized homophobia lowers IPV.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Carlos's argument?

A) Studies have shown that among same-sex relationships, women are more likely than men to report IPV incidents.
B) Studies have shown that lesbian women have a higher rate of IPV than gay men.
C) Studies have shown that being treated unfairly because of one's homosexual orientation increases IPV among same-sex partners.
D) Studies have shown that homosexuals who "harbor beliefs that they deserve the abuse" tend to have low levels of IPV.

Question 41

According to ________, male aggression against women and children is common in patriarchal societies in which men have power, status, and privilege.

A) social learning theories
B) resource theories
C) feminist theories
D) social exchange theories

Question 42

Which of the following is true according to resource theory?

A) Men from patriarchal societies are more likely to be abusive.
B) Men only engage in emotional abuse due to an inherent feeling of superiority.
C) Men with fewer resources or assets are more likely to resort to abuse.
D) Men with greater education and wealth are more likely to engage in abuse.

Question 43

An entity that believes that the resource theory provides the best explanation for family abuse and violence is likely to agree with the statement that ________.

A) poverty is the single-best predictor of child abuse and neglect
B) male aggression against women and children are a byproduct of patriarchal societies
C) both assailants and victims tolerate or engage in violent behavior because they believe that the benefits outweigh the costs
D) continuous exposure to abuse and violence during childhood increases the likelihood that a person will be an assailant in adulthood

Question 44

William, who recently lost his wife, is in a constant state of sorrow and has loss of interest in everyday activities.He is unable to perform even the most menial tasks and is only interested in drinking heavily.William is likely to be suffering from ________.

A) depression
B) anorexia nervosa
C) bulimia
D) rumination syndrome

Question 45

With regard to IPV, African Americans differ from whites in that ________.

A) African American couples have lower percentage of IPV than their white counterparts
B) African American men have lower percentage of victimization than their white counterparts
C) African American women have higher victimization that their white counterparts
D) African American couples have higher mutual IPV that their white counterparts

Question 46

Jacob, a teenager, eats three times as much as a normal person his age would, by consuming at least six meals a day.However, his parents believe that "this is all part of growing up." Jacob is likely to be suffering from ________.

A) gastroenteritis
B) anorexia
C) bulimia
D) binge eating disorder

Question 47

James, a social theorist, propagates a theory that establishes a direct link between the wealth a man has and the power he wields.However, his theory also states that men with lesser educational qualifications and lower income levels are more likely to resort to abuse toward their spouses.James subscribes to the ________ for explaining family abuse and violence.

A) resource theory
B) learning theory
C) exchange theory
D) feminist theory

Question 48

Ethan, a social scientist, claims that women are more likely to suffer from depression than men.However, Ryan argues otherwise and states that depression rates among both men and women are similar.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Ethan's argument?

A) Studies have shown that illicit drug use, which is higher among women than men, is the biggest cause of depression.
B) Studies have shown that anorexia, which mainly affects women, is the biggest cause of depression in the United States.
C) Studies have shown that more women take their own lives at nearly four times the rate of men.
D) Studies have shown that across all age groups, women are more likely than males to often feel depressed.

Question 49

Avery, a model, is fired from her job for "being too thin." She fears that if she eats, she will become "overweight" and that in order to succeed in her industry, she must be "thin and beautiful." In this scenario, Avery is likely suffering from ________.

A) binge eating disorder
B) gastroenteritis
C) anorexia nervosa
D) merycism

Question 50

An entity which believes that the ecological systems theory provides the best explanation of family abuse and violence is likely to agree with the statement that ________.

A) television programs and movies that demean, debase, and devalue women and children will promote and reinforce abusive behavior
B) both assailants and victims tolerate or engage in violent behavior because they believe that the benefits outweigh the costs
C) male aggression against women and children are a byproduct of patriarchal societies
D) poverty is the single-best predictor of child abuse and neglect

Question 51

According to ________, people acquire knowledge by observing the behavior of others.

A) feminist theory
B) social learning theory
C) exchange theory
D) resource theory

Question 52

Which of the following is true of the ecological systems theory?

A) It explains domestic violence as a product of patriarchy.
B) It states that people accept abuse as they believe "they deserve it."
C) It states that women stay in abusive relationships for financial benefits.
D) It explains domestic violence as a relation between macro and micro variables.

Question 53

Sophia, a home-maker, has an abusive husband.However, despite the abuse, Sophia continues to stay with him as she believes that the financial rewards outweigh a "few beatings." This scenario is an illustration of the ________ theory.

A) social exchange
B) learning
C) feminist
D) supply

Question 54

According to ________theory, both assailants and victims tolerate or engage in violent behavior because they believe that the benefits outweigh the costs.

A) feminist
B) social exchange
C) learning
D) resource

Question 55

According to ________, because men usually command greater financial, educational, and social means than women do, men have more power.

A) learning theory
B) exchange theory
C) behavior theory
D) resource theory

Question 56

Alexander, a theorist, believes that elder abuse is likely to be highest when there is a combination of both macro and micro level factors.He opines that caregivers who abuse drugs or have limited resources and experience stress are more likely to be abusive.In this scenario, Alexander is likely to be a(n)________ theorist.

A) feminist
B) social exchange
C) ecological systems
D) learning

Question 57

Charles and Ross are engaged in a debate about which theory best explains family abuse and violence.Charles claims that the resource theory provides the best explanation, while Ross claims that the social learning theory is a better explanation.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Ross's claim?

A) Television programs and movies that demean, debase, and devalue women and children have been found to promote and reinforce abusive behavior.
B) Studies have shown that most women who go through domestic violence stay in those relationships for financial gain.
C) Women's growing independence has resulted in some men using violence to reestablish their power in the relationship.
D) Witnessing domestic violence almost triples the likelihood of children having conduct disorders such as aggression, disobedience, and delinquency.

Question 58

During a debate about social theories, Jack opines that children who grow up watching their parents fight physically and verbally are more likely to be abusive themselves.However, Jose disagrees and argues that children are more likely to be abusive adults due to their genetic predispositions.Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Jack's opinion?

A) According to learning theories, children who witness emotional abuse first-hand are more likely to blame themselves and engage in activities such as torturing pets and other animals.
B) According to exchange studies, children who grow up in matriarchal societies are more likely to witness physically abuse and adopt it.
C) According to social learning studies, when there's both physical and emotional abuse between adults in a household, children tend to model the behaviors and engage in sibling abuse.
D) According to feminist studies, when one spouse is aggressive, the other spouse may become more aggressive over time and children generally adopt the behavior of the spouse belonging to their own sex.

Question 59

________theory explains domestic violence by analyzing the relationships between individuals and larger systems such as the economy, education, state agencies, and the community.

A) Ecological systems
B) Feminist
C) Social exchange
D) Social learning

Question 60

Liam, a theorist, believes that patriarchal societies tend to make men more violent toward women.He also believes that variables such as power, privilege, and status influence the level of violence that men display toward women.In this scenario, Liam subscribes ________.

A) feminist theories
B) social exchange theories
C) resource theories
D) social learning theories

Question 61

Explain how ignoring sibling violence can be disastrous to a child's growth.

Question 62

Briefly describe child maltreatment.

Question 63

Studies have shown that elder abuse usually occurs as a result of lack of kinship.Provide an accurate explanation that is likely to support this conclusion.

Question 64

Explain the term "physical abuse." Give examples of physical abuse.

Question 65

Jayden, an army veteran, is suffering from a mental disorder that is characterized by high levels of sadness and loss of interest in daily activities.He prefers to remain alone and consumes large amounts of illicit drugs.Identify and explain the mental disorder that afflicts Jayden.

Question 66

Mason believes that men are more aggressive toward women due to societal outlooks and traditional values relating to male-female relationships.He feels that men are prone to violence in order to establish power and dominance over women, who are increasingly growing independent.Identify and briefly describe the social theory described in this scenario.

Question 67

Briefly describe the terms "bulimia" and "anorexia nervosa."

Question 68

Provide an example of familycide.

Question 69

Briefly describe the key concepts of resource theory.

Question 70

Kurt, a social theorist, opines that heterosexuals are less likely to suffer from IPV than homosexuals.Provide an accurate explanation that supports Kurt's view.