Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons why victims of IPV may take quite a while to leave the situation?

Accepted Answer

Victims of IPV may take a while to leave the situation because of fear, economic hardship, cultural norms, and low self-esteem. High self-esteem may actually make it easier for a victim to leave, as they may have the confidence and self-respect to realize they deserve better treatment.

Question 2

Allowing children to witness violence between partners might be construed as

Accepted Answer

Allowing children to witness violence between partners can be considered emotional child abuse because it can cause psychological harm, trauma, and distress to children. It can lead to difficulties in forming healthy relationships, affect their self-esteem and confidence, and result in anxiety, depression, and behavioral problems. It is essential to protect children from exposure to any form of violence and ensure their safety and well-being.

Question 3

Feminist violence researchers argue that IPV by women is largely

Accepted Answer

Feminist violence researchers argue that IPV by women is largely in self-defense or retaliation, and not as a result of women's growing conjugal power. They argue that women are more likely to engage in IPV when they feel threatened or when they perceive their partner to be unfaithful or emotionally distant. This suggests that IPV by women is situational and not a result of some inherent trait or characteristic of women.

Question 4

Which of the following would NOT be categorized as child maltreatment ?

Accepted Answer

Yelling at a child for breaking a window, although not ideal, does not constitute child maltreatment. Child maltreatment includes physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse. Threatening to kill a child, hitting a child, and failing to provide basic needs such as regular meals all fall under the categories of child maltreatment.

Question 5

The text mentions several ways to stop relationship violence. Which of the following is NOT one of these?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The text mentions several ways to stop...

Question 6

An alternative to child removal is _______, in which a child protective services worker is able to leave the child with the offending family and provide support and frequent visits.

Accepted Answer

Family preservation is the alternative to child removal in which the child protective services worker provides support and visits to the offending family. Shelters are temporary housing options for families in crisis, foster care involves placing the child in the care of a temporary family, and open adoption involves legally transferring custody and visitation rights to another family.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT categorized as child neglect ?

Accepted Answer

All the other choices are examples of neglecting a child's basic needs or education. Allowing a child to walk to school alone may pose some risks but it is not categorized as neglect unless the child's age and maturity level make it unsafe.

Question 8

Which of the following represents the punitive approach toward perpetrators of child maltreatment?

Accepted Answer

The punitive approach refers to punishing the perpetrator of child maltreatment through the criminal justice system. This could include arrest, prosecution, and imprisonment. The other options (B) family preservation, (C) counseling or therapy, and (D) foster care focus on the well-being of the child rather than punishment for the perpetrator.

Question 9

Of the various forms of sexual abuse, which is the most emotionally charged?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Of the various forms of sexual abuse,...

Question 10

Frequent verbal threats and routine comments that damage a person's self-esteem is referred to as

Accepted Answer

Frequent verbal threats and routine comments that damage a person's self-esteem is known as emotional abuse. Emotional abuse can have long-lasting effects on a person's mental and emotional well-being.

Question 11

The belief that IPV is asymmetrical

Accepted Answer

The belief that IPV is asymmetrical, meaning that it is committed mostly by men against women, impacts the resources available to male victims. This belief can lead to a lack of attention and services for male victims, as well as a societal reluctance to recognize female perpetrators. However, this belief has not been refuted by feminist researchers, and cannot be explained by exchange theory. Female victims may also be arrested as perpetrators, but this is not directly related to the belief in asymmetrical IPV.

Question 12

Intimate terrorism is

Accepted Answer

Intimate terrorism is a pattern of domestic abuse where a partner uses violence and coercion as a means of establishing and maintaining power and control over the other partner. It is not typically a one-time event, but rather a repeated pattern of behavior. While the perpetrator may feel a loss of control at times, their overarching goal is to exert power over their partner. It is not usually precipitated by an outburst of anger, but rather a calculated attempt to control their partner.

Question 13

One therapeutic approach to stopping family violence involves teaching _____, the ability to experience the condition of another person and care how that person feels.

Accepted Answer

Empathy involves understanding and caring about another person's feelings and is a crucial skill in preventing and stopping family violence. It allows individuals to connect with and understand the experiences of their loved ones, promoting empathy and trust within the family unit. While resilience and forgiveness are important, they are not specific therapeutic approaches to stopping family violence. Active listening can assist in the communication process, but empathy goes beyond simply hearing what someone says and instead involves feeling what they feel.

Question 14

An LGBT individual might be at risk of domestic violence if he or she is in a relationship with someone who

Accepted Answer

Threatening to "out" the other person, or reveal their sexual orientation to others without their permission, is a form of emotional abuse and can be a sign of potential domestic violence.

Question 15

George is accused of fondling the sexual organs of a minor child. This reflects

Accepted Answer

Fondling the sexual organs of a minor child is a form of sexual abuse.

Question 16

If women are the primary victims of male intimate partner violence, this outcome is referred to as

Accepted Answer

The outcome described is asymmetrical, meaning that one group (women) is disproportionately affected by the issue of male intimate partner violence.

Question 17

__________ refers to symmetrical violence between partners that occurs in conjunction with a specific argument, tends to be less severe in terms of injuries, and is not likely to escalate as the relationship progresses.

Accepted Answer

Situational couple violence refers to symmetrical violence between partners that occurs in conjunction with a specific argument, tends to be less severe in terms of injuries, and is not likely to escalate as the relationship progresses. Self-defense refers to violence inflicted by a victim in response to an abuser's violence. Patriarchal terrorism refers to a pattern of coercive and controlling behavior used by a male partner against a female partner in an intimate relationship. Family violence refers to any type of violence that occurs between family members, including child abuse, elder abuse, and intimate partner violence.

Question 18

Under traditional common law, marital rape was not considered rape at all because

Accepted Answer

Under traditional common law, a woman was considered her husband's property, and therefore it was believed that a man could not be accused of raping his own property. This mindset towards marriage and ownership of spouses contributed to the legal framework that did not recognize marital rape as a crime.

Question 19

Which of the following characterizes phase one of the cycle of violence?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following characterizes phase one...

Question 20

The text points out that men may abuse the women in their lives, using fear and intimidation in an attempt to gain control. This type of violence has been called

Accepted Answer

Intimate terrorism is the term used to describe the type of violence where the abuser uses fear and intimidation to gain control over their partner. Options A, C and D are not correct as they do not reflect this specific type of violence.

Quiz 12: Power and Violence in Families