Abstract This paper looks at domesticviolence in India. It discusses the attitudes towards domesticviolence, and the laws pertaining to domesticviolence. It examines what needs to be done to protect women and to change attitudes towards domesticviolence.
Abstract This paper reviews literature surrounding the issue of domesticviolence. In particular, the work of Erin L. Han entitled "Mandatory Arrest and No-Drop Policies: Victim Empowerment in DomesticViolence Cases" is examined. This paper questions why domesticviolence is a continued problem despite specific laws designed to prosecute perpetrators. Additionally, the author compares the length of sentences for males and females accused of domesticviolence.
From the Paper "The work of Erin L. Han entitled: "Mandatory Arrest and No-Drop Policies: Victim Empowerment in Domestic Violence Cases" states that "In recent decades, arrest and prosecution have been applied to perpetrators of domestic violence with increasing severity, representing an important step in recognizing domestic violence as a crime. Some jurisdictions have taken the war against domestic violence a step further, by employing aggressive "mandatory arrest" and "no-drop prosecution" policies." (n.d.) Han notes that the "...modern campaign against domestic violence" has "waged" for over forty years and yet "...the statistics are still appalling." (Ibid) Han states additionally the fact that approximately "two million American women are victims/survivors of domestic violence at the hands of their male partners." (Ibid) "
Abstract This paper discusses how the context of domesticviolence may be preventable from the perspective of the victim or potential victim and what they can do to prevent the problem from occurring or re-occurring. The paper describes the three components of the context of domesticviolence, and the behaviors of each stage.
Abstract This study evaluates the incidental statistics, causal, and solution based research on domesticviolence. The increasing number of women being killed and victimized by men must be taken seriously in an effort to dissolve rising rates of abuse. By realizing the damaging cycles of multi-generational violence that occurs in both the female victim and the male abuser, the premise of psychology can help to bring about greater educational modes of healing in preventing future abuse.
From the Paper "By observing data from across America, one can realize the growing problem of domestic violence, which has involves great majority of males victimizing women. By realizing the causes of poverty and a lack of education, the issue of domestic violence can be dissected in this sociological phenomenon. By observing a great reliance on educating men and women in psychological and therapeutic strategies, as well as learning how to eradicate poverty, domestic violence can be diminished within the United States. The problem of domestic violence is a serious issue within American society, which has staggering affects on the economy and the well being of spousal relationships."
Abstract This paper addresses the sociological perspectives of the conflict theory, functionalist analysis and symbolic interactionalism with regard to substance abuse and domesticviolence. The author describes the topic as a social problem that affects the quality of life. The paper suggests possible ways to remediate the problem.
Abstract The paper states that domesticviolence is now considered a major crime and a serious health hazard. The problem is that anyone can be a victim or an abuser as neither has a definite or consistent profile. The paper comments that therapists and society view women victims as incapable of violence themselves and notes that depressed war veterans and veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder tend to perpetrate domesticviolence more than any other tested group. The paper then provides a review of the literature on the topic, focusing on the most common victim, the motivation for domestic abuse, and organizations that exist to prevent the abuse. The paper also explains that the descriptive-normative method of survey and research was used for the study.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Review of Literature
Method
From the Paper "Studies show that veterans who suffer from depression and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder tend to commit domestic violence more than other veterans surveyed without the disorder. Another study found that men and women have comparable chances of victimization. The consequences of victimization are also similar. Both of them tend to develop severe depressive disorder and take recourse to marijuana use. Men may also take to alcohol and become more anxious."
Abstract This paper is a comprehensive review of the issues of domesticviolence. It includes a literature review on the subject by some of the major researchers in this field. The paper also examines policy implications. The author concludes that domesticviolence is a serious crime, and offenders must be treated as such.
Introduction
Minneapolis Study
Colorado Study
Omaha Study
Charlotte Study
Miami-Dade Study
Milwaukee Study
Findings and Offenders
Analysis and Recommendations
Policy Implications
From the Paper "The issue of domestic violence was originally brought up in the late 1970's. Women in America at this time were beginning to break out of their domestic roles and play a more integral part in American life. As women's roles began to take shape and become more important their safety and domestic statuses became a greater concern to politicians and practitioners. In 1981 Richard Berk and Larry Sherman were given a grant by the United States Department of Justice and the National Institute of Justice to seek the best solution to dealing with domestic violence in American cities. As we will discover, their research was only able to skim the surface to the question of how to handle domestic violence. Their research initiated a plethora of subsequent research which has since been launched, analyzed, and reanalyzed all with many findings. I will summarize the literature on this subject and compare and contrast the results and the suggestions.
In my research I will scrutinize the seven main research experiments that have been used for the majority of journal articles, policy implementation and police practices within the deterrence literature."
Abstract This work is a case study of intervention programs for domesticviolence abusers that specifically focuses on the intervention method known as transformational leadership. Research on this subject suggests that a correlation exists between certain forms of behavior and styles of leadership. It claims that the focus of today's attention in relation to dealing with domesticviolence should be one that is squarely upon 'prevention' of domesticviolence while at the same time continuing to maintain the crisis service organizations as well as the criminal justice programs. The paper explains that stopping domesticviolence is important in the battle to end domesticviolence but the ability to completely prevent the occurrence of acts of domesticviolence should be sought through research. To this end, within the course of this study the 'transformational' style of leadership is reviewed. The transformational framework acknowledges that crime is a social problem and one that seeks therefore a social solution to the problem of domesticviolence. The author includes methodology, research design, charts and statistics to quantify the study. It also offers an extensive review of literature.
Table of Contents:
Chapter One: Introduction
Overview of the Problem
Transformational Change- Cultural Change
Hypotheses
Research Questions
Definition of Terms
Statement of the Problem
Chapter II: Literature Review
Statistical Data Related to Abuse, the Abuser and the Abused
Characteristics of the Abuser - From a FBI Report on DomesticViolence Three Phases in the Cycle of Domestic Abuse
Characteristics of the Three Phases in the Domestic Abuse Cycle
Two Leadership Styles Compared - Toxic & Transformation Leadership
The Transformational Leader
Characteristics of the Toxic Leader
Similarities between the Toxic Leader and the DomesticViolence Abuser
Understanding How BPI Programs Work
Chapter III: Methodology
Summary of Thesis
Discussion
Research Design
Hypotheses
Questions of the Research
Presentation of the Data Collection
Rationale for Date Collection Plan
Limitations of Data Collection
Bibliography
From the Paper "The research in this review of literature has illustrated that there are new methods of treating domestic violence and in fact of dealing with all types of conflicts and that the method is one of 'transformation' or of 'real' and 'actual' change instead of a mere covering of the problem this method strikes the root of the problem. Further this research has shown that domestic violence abusers and the individual with a 'toxic' leadership style have much in common insofar as their personal characteristics or traits which are used in controlling and manipulating those around them."
Abstract The paper tries to prove the hypothesis that economic prosperity is inversely related to domesticviolence. It attempts to prove that better economic status will decrease the incidence of domesticviolence. The paper also looks at the role of women in preventing domesticviolence, the reason that a higher percentage of women are on the receiving end of domesticviolence, power equations in the family that cause domesticviolence, and whether a change in power equations increases or decreases domesticviolence. Also examined is how the earning potential of a person can affect his/her status in the family, the role of the government or community services in mitigating domesticviolence, and the role of the police or similar organizations in helping poor families deal with domesticviolence.
From the Paper "Domestic violence seems to be the biggest and gravest social problems in our society in the recent times. This is mainly because it is ubiquitous in occurrence and almost all types of societies, right form the poorest to the richest has been affected by it. While the modern world has considered women as equal to men at least in theory, it has also used that excuse to comfortably forget the chivalry and decency with which men were supposed to behave to women. Conversely, women also at times indulge in violence against men. It must be understood that domestic violence is not a term that is restricted to men committing crimes on women. In most cases it is seen that violence is directly related to absence of the basic requirements in life, which encourages either partners to pick up a fight with each other."
Abstract This paper examines the negative impacts domesticviolence has on families and the development of children who are exposed to it. The author includes statistics on domestic abuse and concludes that women tend to be the perpetrators. The author also presents research to show that children who are exposed to domesticviolence might suffer from emotional distress that affect their school behavior and their social relationships. In addition, the author discusses the family support programs available and the philosophy behind the services provided to help individuals suffering from domestic abuse and its effects. Furthermore, the author addresses intimate partner abuse, where abuse is not physical, but rather sexual and emotional. In closing, the author suggests that more research should be done to prevent family domesticviolence before it occurs. This paper includes tables and figures.
Outline:
Introduction
Comparative Spousal Violence Data
DomesticViolence: Family Support Programs
Health Impacts of DomesticViolence Summary & Conclusion
From the Paper "A great deal of time and resources have gone toward the study of domestic violence in the family resulting in a large base of knowledge that serves to inform the researcher of the causes, impact, and available treatment programs related to domestic violence in the family. It is certain that the impact of family domestic violence is wide-ranging and lasting in the lives of the individuals who experience it. While successful treatment does exist, more research should be devoted to proactive efforts at preventing family domestic violence before it ever occurs."
Tags: spouse abuse, child abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, support groups
Abstract In this paper the author outlines the issues surrounding domesticviolence. He starts with a look at the history of domesticviolence and the first institution that was set up to help protect against domesticviolence, specifically for children. He then proceeds to discuss the statistics of domesticviolence that are known today and continues with the devastating effects that domesticviolence can have on children in later years. The author suggests ways of helping children who have suffered from domesticviolence citing many examples of studies that have been carried out. In conclusion he suggests that communities can help by supporting and expanding programs to help and protect children. Visitation centers which are safely located and monitored can be established to allow the batterer time and space to visit the children while he or she is involved in intervention treatment, without causing either children or the victim fear for their safety.
Table of Contents:
When Did It All Begin?
The Cold, Hard Facts
The Cycle of Violence: Its Devastating Effect on Children
Breaking the Cycle of Violence
From the Paper "Children across the country are struggling to survive the devastating effects of the violence they encounter in their own homes. (Children In the Crossfire v-vii). The key issues which surfaced during interviews author Maria Roy conducted of children in violent homes concerned physical and sexual abuse, psychological trauma, self-destructive coping mechanisms, assumption of parental or guardian role, educational neglect and poor school adjustment, auto-phobia, use and abuse of drugs and alcohol, peer paranoia, distrust of adults, unresolved conflicts and ambivalence about their parents, transition induced stress, accidental victims of abuse, confused values, violence between teen couples, and cynicism regarding their future."
Tags: school, family, single, parent, abuse, prevention, tolerance, physical
Abstract This paper attempts to identify the key tools that would be helpful to individuals in the prevention of domesticviolence between dating partners. It looks at how, with the evidence the literature provides, it is evident that domesticviolence prevention needs to target the provision of more accessible programs. It also stresses the importance of the education of young adults and adolescents to recognize the early warning signs as an important step to the reduction of its incidence. In addition, the paper contends that adults who are victims of domesticviolence need to be educated not only on how to retreat from domesticviolence relationships but also of the importance of not exposing their children to domesticviolence so that the cycle can stop.
Outline
Introduction
Dating DomesticViolence Children in the Home
Adults
Solutions
From the Paper "With the evidence the literature provides it is evident that domestic violence prevention needs to target the provision of more accessible programs. In addition the research indicates that across the board with all victims education to recognize the early signs of a potentially abusive relationship is crucial to the reduction of domestic violence.
Domestic violence continues to be a serious issue in America. Children who are exposed to domestic violence are more prone to becoming victims of domestic violence in their adult relationships. It is important to work with them one on one to help them develop high self esteem and to have a safety plan for themselves in the future. It is also important to teach them to recognize early signs of potential domestic violence in their future relationships and how to walk away from it. "
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that domesticviolence has become an epidemic in the United States of America. The writer points out that nearly all of domesticviolence complaints are between intimate partners with the majority of violence targeting women. The writer focuses on the long-lasting effects that domesticviolence has on the women in the United States. The writer discusses the effects that domesticviolence has on women as well as the coping strategies that women use to deal with the psychological stress. The writer maintains that more programs and resources need to be made available to women suffering from domesticviolence. Tougher penalties need to be placed on the batterers of these women in order to try and deter the violence. The writer concludes that until there is a change, every year thousands of women will die by the hands of their partners.
Outline:
Introduction
Discussion
Conclusion
From the Paper "Attribution for the abuse is the victim's perception of what caused her abuse. These factors include internal and external blame. Self-blame is when the victim feels she is responsible for the abuse and will not be as likely to abuse her child. On the other hand externalized blame is when the woman puts the blame on the batterer and is then more likely to abuse her own child. In addition another cognitive variable is the victim's attachment style. The attachment style of the victim is how she tends to bond with others. Attachment styles can be broken up into two categories secure and insecure. There are two types of insecure attachment styles which are preoccupied and fearful. Preoccupied style is when a person has a negative view towards themselves and a positive view of other people in which they rely on for support. Fearful attachment style is when a person has a negative view of both themselves and others. These people tend to avoid close relationships because they have a fear of rejection. These insecure attachment styles have been linked to child abuse potential."
Abstract This paper studies the public health issue of domesticviolence. Specifically, it discusses domesticviolence committed against women. The physical, cultural, psychological, behavioral, and sociocultural aspects of domesticviolence are covered. Additionally, statistics are provided that support the findings of the paper. Topics also discussed are the risks associated with domesticviolence, health issues of victims of domesticviolence, and what women can do to escape the violence. A discussion of care plans and intervention methods concludes the study.
From the Paper "Domestic violence has been recognized as a public health issue. Domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence, is a concern because 1.5 million women are raped and/or physically assaulted by an intimate partner every year and domestic violence is the leading cause of injuries to women ages 15-44 (CDC, 2003). Healthy People 2010 guidelines contain a list of objectives for domestic violence. The major goal is to enhance detection and care for survivors of domestic violence."
Abstract This paper discusses how domesticviolence has rightfully evolved from a domestic issue to a serious crime. It explains that this change was the result of many factors: feminist activism, government recommendations, research studies, law suites, and the media raising the public's awareness. The writer points out that by the early 1990s, meaningful changes in the legal system were implemented and domesticviolence was finally deemed a federal crime in 1994. The paper concludes that legal reform is still a work in progress - now that domesticviolence laws have been strengthened, prevention, treatment, and understanding are the new frontiers for change.
1.0 Introduction
2.0 Historical Background
3.0 Scope of Problem before Legal Reform
4.0 Impetus for Change
4.1 1970s, Battered Women's Movement
4.2 1977 Studies in Detroit and Kansas City
4.3 Batter's Intervention Services/Education/Treatment Programs, Early 1980s
4.4 Individual and Institutional Advocacy Became Common, Early 1980s
4.5 The 1984 Attorney General's Task Force Report on Family Violence 4.6 The 1984 Minneapolis DomesticViolence Experiment
4.7 Thurman v. Torrington, 1985
4.8 Media Attention, 1980s
5.0 Resulting Changes
5.1 Late 1970s
5.2 Early and Mid 1980s
5.3 Late 1980s
5.4 Early 1990s
6.0 Room for Improvement
6.1 Prevention
6.2 Treatment
6.3 Stereotyping
7.0 Conclusion
From the Paper "Today, there is a view that domestic violence is a wrong that should be righted in every state in this country (Model Code on Domestic and Family Violence, 1994, National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges). Empowered by stronger domestic abuse laws, legislators, government administrators, law enforcement, courts, attorneys, the medical and health care community, advocates and providers of services to victims, corrections and providers of treatment for offenders, educators, and volunteers now form a wide network to protect the rights of domestic abuse victims. However, this wasn't always the case.
As this paper reveals, until the late 1970s, law enforcement treated domestic violence as a family issue rather than a crime. As the scope of the domestic violence issue grew, feminists, the government, researchers, the courts and the media had to work very hard to create impetus for change. Progress was slow. Only minor changes in the legal system occurred throughout the late 1970s and 1980s. Beginning in the early 1990s, meaningful changes took hold and the legal system and police have moved in the right direction. Yet, there's still more work to be done in prevention, treatment and the recognition that heterosexual women aren't the only victims of domestic violence."
