Question 1

According to the text, the original study of battered women by Dr. Lenore Walker was criticized for all of the following reasons, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Dr. Lenore Walker's study was criticized for reasons A, B, and C, but not for having a sample that was too small.

Question 2

So-called rape myths are common misconceptions about sexual assaults that are likely to be addressed by expert testimony about RTS. According to the text, which one of the following is NOT a rape myth?

Accepted Answer

Rape myths are false beliefs about sexual assaults that blame the victim or trivialize the severity of the crime. Choice A, stating that most rapes occur when both parties have been drinking, does not fit the definition of a rape myth as it does not inherently blame the victim or trivialize the assault, unlike the other options which are based on misconceptions that undermine the victim's credibility or autonomy.

Question 3

Some experts contend that PTSD as an established medical diagnosis should be used instead of BWS to defend a battered woman who killed her abusive spouse. However, critics of this idea point to several disadvantages of the PTSD defense. These disadvantages include all of the following, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The PTSD diagnosis being used to claim incompetence to stand trial is not listed as a disadvantage of using PTSD as a defense for a battered woman who killed her abusive spouse. The other options (A, C, D) are disadvantages that critics point out regarding the use of PTSD in these cases.

Question 4

The _____ component of battered woman syndrome is one of its most _____ aspects.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The _____ component of battered woman syndrome...

Question 5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) contains _____ in its classification of mental disorders.

Accepted Answer

The DSM-5 does not specifically list rape trauma syndrome (RTS), battered woman syndrome (BWS), or battered spouse syndrome (BSS) as distinct classifications of mental disorders. These conditions are often discussed within the context of broader categories such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) but are not separately classified in the DSM-5.

Question 6

Studies show that the police are often _____ to arrest batterers and that restraining orders against intimate partners are _____.

Accepted Answer

Studies indicate that police may be hesitant to arrest individuals accused of domestic violence, and restraining orders, while intended to protect victims, are frequently violated, undermining their effectiveness.

Question 7

A common term used to describe a group of associated symptoms that lead to a significant dysfunction in the performance of normal activities is a:

Accepted Answer

A syndrome is a set of medical signs and symptoms that are correlated with each other and, often, with a particular disease or disorder. The term is used to describe a condition that manifests as a group of symptoms that collectively indicate or characterize a disease, psychological disorder, or other abnormal condition.

Question 8

The Ibn-Tamas v. United States (1979) was one of the first cases where a(n):

Accepted Answer

The Ibn-Tamas v. United States case was significant because it was one of the first instances where expert testimony on battered woman syndrome was offered in court to help explain the defendant's actions and mental state.

Question 9

According to the text, females are _____ likely to report spousal violence to police. The spousal homicide rate of female victims is _____ that of male victims.

Accepted Answer

Females are more likely to report spousal violence to police, and the spousal homicide rate of female victims is several times higher than that of male victims.

Question 10

Even though individual reactions to rape may vary widely, several symptoms are commonly experienced by rape victims. Which one of the following is NOT such a symptom?

Accepted Answer

Impulsivity is not commonly listed as a symptom experienced by rape victims in the aftermath of the trauma. Symptoms like depression, anxiety, and self-blame are more commonly associated with the psychological impact of rape. Impulsivity, while it can be a symptom of various psychological conditions, is not specifically tied to the typical reactions of rape victims as directly as the other options.

Question 11

Victims of rape trauma syndrome (RTS) and battered woman syndrome (BWS) may also meet the criteria for _____, which is an established medical diagnosis.

Accepted Answer

Victims of rape trauma syndrome (RTS) and battered woman syndrome (BWS) often experience symptoms that align with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), such as flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event. PTSD is a recognized medical diagnosis that can occur after a person has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event.

Question 12

What was the reason that both judges in the Ibn-Tamas case prohibited expert testimony on battered woman syndrome (BWS) from being presented to the jury?

Accepted Answer

The judges prohibited the expert testimony on BWS because, at the time, it was not generally accepted as legitimate in the field of psychology.

Question 13

Lenore Walker has identified several characteristics that she thought most battered women shared. Which one is NOT among these characteristics?

Accepted Answer

Lenore Walker, a prominent figure in the study of domestic violence, identified characteristics common among battered women, such as belief in traditional gender roles, accepting responsibility for the abuse, and social isolation. Sexual promiscuity outside of marriage is not listed among these characteristics in her research.

Question 14

Studies that analyzed verdicts reached in cases of battered women who killed their husbands or partners, found that _____ of the women were convicted, and expert testimony on BWS _____.

Accepted Answer

The vast majority of women in these cases were convicted, indicating that the defense arguments, including those involving Battered Woman Syndrome (BWS), did not significantly sway the jury's decisions. This suggests that expert testimony on BWS did not have much influence on the outcomes.

Question 15

When studying rape victims, Burgess and Holmstrom (1979) found that _____ of the victims had returned to normal functioning within 5 years after the rape.

Accepted Answer

Burgess and Holmstrom (1979) found that about three quarters of the rape victims had returned to normal functioning within 5 years after the rape.

Question 16

Researchers have identified several types of male batterers. The most common one is characterized by limited marital violence, absence of psychiatric or personality disorders, and relatively low rates of substance abuse. Which type is it?

Accepted Answer

The most common type of male batterer described as having limited marital violence, absence of psychiatric or personality disorders, and relatively low rates of substance abuse is known as the "relationship/family-only batterer." This type tends to exhibit violent behavior primarily within the context of their intimate relationships or family settings, rather than in a broader social context.

Question 17

All of the following are descriptions of what a syndrome is, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Syndromes are defined by a group of symptoms that can affect any person, regardless of gender. Therefore, a description that limits a syndrome to only one gender is incorrect.

Question 18

After years of abuse and humiliation suffered at the hands of her husband, Katherine killed him when he was threatening her while brandishing a gun. Katherine's lawyers are most likely to argue:

Accepted Answer

Katherine's lawyers are most likely to argue self-defense because she killed her husband while he was threatening her with a gun, which is a situation where she would reasonably fear for her life.

Question 19

Ibn-Tamas v. United States (1979) was one of the first cases in which:

Accepted Answer

Ibn-Tamas v. United States (1979) was notable for being one of the first cases where expert testimony was offered on battered woman syndrome (BWS), which helped to explain the psychological impact of long-term abuse on the victim.

Question 20

The term syndrome is used to describe a particular type of _____ or peculiar _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The term syndrome is used to describe...

Quiz 11: Battered Woman Syndrome, Rape Trauma Syndrome, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder