Question 1

Where did much of the awareness of spousal abuse derive from in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Feminist Movement of the 60's and 70's brought attention to spousal abuse and advocated for legal and social changes to address it.

Question 2

2.3 million Americans over age 60 and 5.8 million children experience abuse each year.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Council on Aging and the Children’s Bureau, this statement is true.

Question 3

Feminist Theories focus on:

Accepted Answer

Feminist Theories focus on power and privilege as central to understanding the dynamics of family violence. These theories highlight the impact of gender inequality and patriarchy on family violence, with a particular emphasis on men's use of violence against women and children as a means of maintaining power and control. Environmental stressors and contextual factors may be considered as factors that contribute to family violence, but they are not the central focus of feminist theories. The complexities of family relationships may be addressed within feminist theories, but this is not the primary focus. The role of mothers and fathers in family violence may be considered within feminist theories, but again, this is not the central focus.

Question 4

Family Theories focus on:

Accepted Answer

Family theories encompass a broad understanding of family dynamics, including the complex relationships and conflicts within a family unit (B) and viewing violence as a mechanism for resolving conflict or solving behavioral problems (C).

Question 5

The most common form of abuse is Intimate Partner Violence - 50% of all women will experience one abusive incident.

Accepted Answer

Intimate Partner Violence is the most common form of abuse, and according to the World Health Organization, approximately 1 in 3 women worldwide have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner or sexual violence by a non-partner.

Question 6

Which of the following statements describes a negative consequence associated with Intimate Partner Violence:

Accepted Answer

A) Long-term psychological effects of premature sex engagement is a negative consequence associated with sexual violence, not necessarily Intimate Partner Violence.
B) Intimate Partner Violence ruins individual lives and families by causing physical, emotional, and psychological harm to both the victim and the perpetrator, and can lead to severe consequences such as injury, disability, and death.
C) Perpetuation of cycles of violence, through experiencing and witnessing Intimate Partner Violence, is a common consequence that can lead to intergenerational transmission of violence and continued cycles of abuse.

Question 7

Prior to the mid-twentieth century, there was a high tolerance for responding to undesirable behavior in children with:

Accepted Answer

Prior to the mid-twentieth century, corporal punishment was widely accepted as a form of discipline for children. This included spanking, whipping, and other physical forms of punishment. While corporal punishment is still used in some households and cultures, it is generally no longer seen as an acceptable or effective method of discipline.

Question 8

The most common form of family violence is:

Accepted Answer

Intimate Partner Violence is the most common form of family violence. It includes physical, sexual, or psychological harm by a current or former partner or spouse. Research suggests that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men experience some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime.

Question 9

Boys who witness intimate partner violence during childhood have ______ the risk for committing violence against future partners than boys who do not witness IPV.

Accepted Answer

Boys who witness intimate partner violence during childhood have a triple the risk for committing violence against future partners than boys who do not witness IPV. Studies have shown that exposure to IPV can lead to the development of attitudes and beliefs that support violence as a means of conflict resolution, as well as an increased tendency to use violence in future relationships.

Question 10

The theory of intergenerational transmission of violence suggests that predilection to be violent and abusive is inherited from one generation to another.

Accepted Answer

The theory of intergenerational transmission of violence proposes that children who grow up in violent households or experience abuse are more likely to perpetrate violence in their own relationships later in life, suggesting that violent behavior can be inherited across generations.

Question 11

Prosecutors are reluctant to pursue family violence cases because:

Accepted Answer

All of the above can be reasons why prosecutors are reluctant to pursue family violence cases. It can be hard to determine who started the violence, societal beliefs and gender roles can make it difficult to identify abuse, and victims may be scared to testify or press charges.

Question 12

Looking at the big picture, all forms of family violence are outgrowths of biological differences between men and women.

Accepted Answer

Family violence is not solely caused by biological differences between men and women, but rather results from a complex interplay of social, cultural, psychological, and economic factors. While gender may play a role in certain types of family violence, it is important to recognize that both men and women can be victims and perpetrators of such violence.

Question 13

One in four women are likely to be involved in an abusive relationship.

Accepted Answer

According to statistics, one in four women experience domestic violence in their lifetime, which includes physical or sexual violence or emotional abuse by an intimate partner.

Question 14

Education for all professionals interacting with victims, holding perpetrators accountable, and alternatives to incarceration are all:

Accepted Answer

Education for all professionals interacting with victims, holding perpetrators accountable, and alternatives to incarceration are proposals for change that can improve the criminal justice system and reduce rates of gender-based violence. They are not currently fully implemented or widely practiced.

Question 15

Incarceration is not always the best option for abusers.

Accepted Answer

Incarceration may not address the root causes of abusive behavior and may not provide adequate opportunities for rehabilitation and treatment. Alternative options, such as counseling and community-based interventions, may be more effective in addressing the problem and preventing further incidents of abuse. However, incarceration may be necessary in cases where the abuse is severe or the safety of the victim cannot be assured.

Question 16

Which of the following should be considered as part of an economic reform to reduce systems of social inequality?

Accepted Answer

All of the aforementioned options should be considered as part of an economic reform to reduce systems of social inequality. Equal contribution to households by both men and women would reduce the burden on one gender and provide opportunities. A living wage for all employees would ensure a basic standard of living and help reduce poverty. Diminishing the gender wage gap would ensure that men and women are paid equally for the same work, thereby reducing gender-based inequality.

Question 17

Family violence is largely underestimated because a certain amount of it goes unreported and undetected, partially due to the fact that most family violence occurs inside the home (therefore there are no outside witnesses).

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Family violence is often not reported or detected due to factors such as being inside the home with no outside witnesses.

Question 18

Define the intergenerational transmission of violence theory and describe what beliefs can be passed down.

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Question 19

Why is family violence so underestimated in data?

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Question 20

How do experiences with violence in childhood shape violence in adulthood?

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Quiz 15: Where Do We Go From Here