Question 1

According to a survey of 25 gay men, which of the following is one of the top reasons respondents remained in violent relationships

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

Early research into relationship violence was drawn from ______, such as public records and divorce court proceedings.

Accepted Answer

Early research into relationship violence was based on archival data, which includes public records and court proceedings. These sources provided researchers with historical data about couples' problems and conflicts, which allowed them to study patterns of violence and abuse in relationships.

Question 3

Jamie and Kennedy have been in a relationship for several years. Over time, Jamie becomes increasingly angry with Kennedy. Eventually, Jamie explodes and commits physically and emotionally violent acts against Jamie. After the violence subsides, Jamie apologizes to Kennedy. Kennedy believes the best in Jamie and often downplays the violence, saying a few slaps is no big deal and doesn't view the acts as abusive. Which of the following describes Kennedy's thought process and behavior

Accepted Answer

Kennedy's behavior and thought process exemplify minimization, where they downplay the severity of the violence and dismiss it as not being abusive. This is a common response from victims of domestic violence, where they may minimize or deny the abuse to cope with the trauma.

Question 4

The ______ phase is one in which one partner becomes increasingly upset.

Accepted Answer

The tension-building phase is characterized by increasing tension, anger, and fear within the victim, resulting in the partner becoming increasingly upset. This phase is followed by the explosion phase. Contrition refers to a phase after the explosion phase, in which the abuser apologizes and begs for forgiveness. Affective forecasting is a psychological term that refers to people's ability to predict how future events will make them feel.

Question 5

Which type of prevention seeks to help and empower individual victims of violence

Accepted Answer

Secondary prevention seeks to provide support and resources to victims of violence, with the goal of preventing further harm and helping victims to become empowered and more resilient. Primary prevention involves education and social change efforts to prevent violence from occurring in the first place, while tertiary prevention involves interventions aimed at mitigating the long-term impact of violence on individuals who have already experienced it. Affective prevention is not a recognized type of prevention.

Question 6

Which of the following describes relationship violence as something that occurs in three, repeating phases that include tension building, explosion, and contrition

Accepted Answer

The cycle of violence describes relationship violence as something that occurs in three, repeating phases that include tension building, explosion, and contrition.

Question 7

Camille and Ezekiel have been married for several years. In a few isolated incidents, the couple has gotten into very heated arguments in which they both scream and shake one another. No one has been injured by these episodes, and all situations like this resolve. Which type of violence would this be considered

Accepted Answer

Situational couple violence refers to physical violence that occurs in certain situations or events, rather than as a pattern of behavior within the relationship. In this case, Camille and Ezekiel's arguing and physical altercations seem to be isolated incidents that arise from particular disagreements, rather than a consistent dynamic of abuse.

Question 8

Which of the following refers to the romantic myth that a self-sacrificing woman can change a violent man into a loving and sensitive partner

Accepted Answer

The Beauty and the Beast fantasy involves the idea that a kind and selfless woman can change a beastly and violent man into a loving and gentle partner. It is often cited as a problematic romantic myth that perpetuates the idea that women should endure or tolerate abusive behavior in the hopes of changing their partner.

Question 9

According to some research, who of the following would be most at risk for experiencing relationship violence

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to some research, who of the...

Question 10

Which of the following refers to moments that are catalysts which spur victims of violence to finally leave violent relationships permanently

Accepted Answer

Last straw events are moments that are catalysts which spur victims of violence to finally leave violent relationships permanently.

Question 11

Carlotta is a social psychologist who is creating a program to educate and empower high school students to recognize signs of violence that may occur in romantic relationships. Which type of prevention would this be considered

Accepted Answer

Carlotta's program is focused on educating and empowering high school students before any instances of violence occur in their romantic relationships, making it a form of primary prevention. Primary prevention aims to prevent the onset of a problem before it even occurs.

Question 12

Which of the following terms is viewed as a more empowering term for those who have experienced relationship violence

Accepted Answer

"Survivor" is viewed as a more empowering term as it acknowledges the strength and resilience of individuals who have experienced relationship violence. "Victim" implies a sense of powerlessness and can perpetuate a mindset of being victimized. "Perpetrator" refers to the abuser and is not a term used to describe someone who has experienced violence. "Archiver" is not a term commonly used in this context.

Question 13

Aurelia knows that it is not healthy that her partner hits her every time they argue; however, she is financially dependent on her partner and feels she cannot end the relationship. What does this describe

Accepted Answer

This situation describes cognitive dissonance, which occurs when a person holds contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values, especially in relation to their behavior and attitude adjustments. In this case, Aurelia knows that being hit is not healthy, yet feels she cannot end the relationship due to financial dependency, creating a conflict between her understanding of the situation and her actions.

Question 14

Which of the following is a romantic myth that notes that a man, who is a relative stranger, can come into a woman's life and save her from her problems

Accepted Answer

The Cinderella fantasy is a classic tale in which a woman is saved from her problems by a man who is a relative stranger. In the story, Cinderella is mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters, but a fairy godmother helps her attend a ball where she falls in love with the prince. The prince, who knows nothing about Cinderella's real identity, searches the kingdom for her and ultimately saves her from her miserable life. This myth suggests that a woman cannot solve her problems on her own and needs a man to rescue her.

Question 15

Which of the following reaches people to stop violence before it occurs on the individual level

Accepted Answer

Primary prevention is focused on preventing violence before it occurs through education, awareness, and skill building. It targets individuals and communities to promote peaceful and non-violent behaviors. This approach is effective in stopping violence before it occurs and promoting social change. Secondary prevention is focused on early detection and intervention of violence, which occurs after the initial stages of violence have started. Tertiary prevention focuses on reducing the harm caused by violence, and it occurs after an act of violence has occurred. Affective prevention is not a recognized term in violence prevention.

Question 16

Why are men less likely to report relationship violence

Accepted Answer

Men may fear social stigmatization or judgment from others for being in an abusive relationship or for being a victim of violence. There may also be cultural expectations or beliefs that men should be able to handle physical and emotional abuse in relationships, further discouraging them from reporting the violence.

Question 17

The first self-report survey of relationship violence showed which of the following

Accepted Answer

The first self-report survey of relationship violence showed that both men and women were perpetrators and victims of violence, which means that option C is correct. Options A, B, and D are all incorrect because the survey did not provide evidence for these statements. The survey did not find a majority of respondents had experienced or perpetrated violence, nor did it necessarily show that men and women experienced violence at lower levels than previously thought.

Question 18

Which of the following is one reason many believed it would be too difficult to gather honest responses related to relationship violence

Accepted Answer

The measurement problem of social desirability refers to the tendency of respondents to give socially acceptable responses rather than truthful ones. In the context of relationship violence, victims may be hesitant to report their experiences honestly due to fear of judgment or retaliation from their partner. Therefore, social desirability bias can make it difficult to gather honest responses about relationship violence.

Question 19

Which of the following describes how someone may try to predict how they will feel in the future

Accepted Answer

Affective forecasting refers to the process of predicting how future events or experiences will make us feel. It involves imagining the emotional impact of future events and making decisions based on those predictions.

Question 20

Which of the following myths encourages patriarchal power dynamics

Accepted Answer

Cinderella fantasy encourages patriarchal power dynamics by portraying the female protagonist as helpless and in need of a male savior.

Quiz 18: Social Psychology and Relationship Violence