Question 1

What factor has been found to moderate the relationship between substance use and IPV?

Accepted Answer

Adherence to traditional patriarchal gender norms has been found to moderate the relationship between substance use and IPV. This means that in cultures where men are expected to be dominant and women submissive, substance use may increase the likelihood of IPV more than in cultures where gender roles are more egalitarian.

Question 2

What sociological theory is intergenerational transmission based on?

Accepted Answer

Intergenerational transmission theory is based on social learning theory, which emphasizes the role of modeling, imitation, and reinforcement in the transfer of cultural values and behaviors from one generation to the next.

Question 3

Which group is more likely to perpetrate IPV?

Accepted Answer

Men who binge drink are the most likely to perpetrate IPV. This is because binge drinking can lead to impulsivity, aggression, and a loss of control over one's behavior.

Question 4

Which theory about the effects of substance abuse on IPV explains the need to look at the total number of risk factors present?

Accepted Answer

The multiple threshold model suggests that there are different levels of risk factors present and once a certain number of risk factors are reached, the likelihood of IPV occurring significantly increases. Therefore, it is important to look at the total number of risk factors present in relation to substance abuse and IPV.

Question 5

Sam continuously calls his husband Jared a sissy,pussy,and fag,telling him that he is less of a man because of his effeminate nature.What is this an example of?

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Question 6

In what percentage of cases was alcohol a factor?

Accepted Answer

The correct percentage of cases where alcohol was a factor is 24%.

Question 7

What is the most commonly cited contributing factor to IPV perpetration?

Accepted Answer

Substance abuse is the most commonly cited contributing factor to IPV perpetration. Studies show that substance use increases the likelihood of aggression and violence in intimate relationships. While control issues, economic stressors, and childhood history of abuse can also be contributing factors, they are not as commonly cited as substance abuse.

Question 8

Nick convinced Jessica to quit her job.He often refers to her as "my woman," and was concerned about the way men at her job might take advantage of her.What IPV contributing attitude is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of the belief that women are possessions and that men have the right to control them. Nick refers to Jessica as "my woman," indicating that he sees her as his property and has the power to decide what she can and cannot do. This attitude is a key factor in perpetuating intimate partner violence.

Question 9

What is one complaint with the findings of IPV rates amongst different racial groups?

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Question 10

Which of the following forms of violence are those who drink heavily more likely to use in comparison to batterers who do not drink?

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that batterers who heavily drink are more likely to use severe physical violence, such as choking or using a weapon, compared to batterers who do not drink heavily. Heavy drinking may also increase the likelihood of sexual coercion and aggression in intimate relationships. While emotional, psychological, and financial abuse are all forms of domestic violence, they do not necessarily differ in prevalence or likelihood based on the drinking habits of the perpetrator.

Question 11

Which of the following is true about immigrant populations and perpetration of IPV?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that the longer immigrants are in the United States, the higher their risk for perpetrating IPV, possibly due to acculturation stress and cultural conflicts. It is important to note that IPV perpetration occurs across all immigrant populations and cannot be attributed to one specific cultural group.

Question 12

Which factor may influence the high rates of IPV amongst racial minorities?

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Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of batterers?

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Question 14

What theory argues that children who witness IPV in their families growing up are more likely to be involved in IPV when they are adults?

Accepted Answer

Intergenerational transmission theory suggests that children who witness IPV in their families are at a higher risk of being involved in IPV when they are adults as they learn and internalize patterns of behaviors and attitudes towards violence in relationships.

Question 15

What kind of abuse are those with higher levels of education more likely to use?

Accepted Answer

Those with higher levels of education are more likely to use psychological abuse as they may have a better understanding of how to manipulate and control others through tactics such as gaslighting, verbal abuse, and emotional manipulation.

Question 16

Which ethnic group is found to have the lowest rates of IPV?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that Asian Americans have the lowest rates of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) compared to other ethnic groups in the United States. This may be attributed to cultural values that prioritize family harmony and interpersonal harmony, as well as a stigma surrounding divorce and non-marital relationships.

Question 17

Which of the following attitudes are associated with higher rates of IPV perpetration?

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Question 18

Which of the following age groups has the highest risk of IPV perpetration according to most studies?

Accepted Answer

According to most studies, the age group with the highest risk of IPV perpetration is the 18-29 age group.

Question 19

What factor increases the likelihood for immigrant men to perpetrate IPV?

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Question 20

Immigrants from ____________ are more likely to commit IPV than immigrants from other regions.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that immigrants from Latin America are more likely to be involved in intimate partner violence than immigrants from other regions. Factors such as acculturation stress, gender roles, and substance abuse have been identified as potential contributors to this trend.

Quiz 9: Intimate Partner Abuse in Adult Relationships