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Psychological Affects of Domestic Violence on Children, 2002.
An examination of various studies which determine the possible psychological affects of domestic violence on children.
3,027 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This paper begins by providing statistics of how common domestic violence is in the home. In turn, the writer states that these high numbers expose an enormous number of children to affects of domestic violence. The paper discusses the various affects which range from developing violent tendencies themselves, low self-image, aggression in problem solving, behavioral problems and even suicide.
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"In the area of psychological research there a thousands of pressing questions, yet among all those questions one rises to the top of the list. In the area of family psychology and family therapy the question of the psychological affects of domestic violence on children has been hotly debated and eternally researched, yet many questions remain unanswered. These questions are pressing as the institution of family in our culture evolves and emerges as an entirely different social dynamic than existed even twenty years ago. The psychological effects of violence, in the family upon children are vast and will probably always need further address. Many families garner a different definition as more and more family units are head primarily by one parent and many families combine to become families consisting of several members who are related only by law, rather than by genetics. These trends began many years ago but continue to change the face of the American family today and will no doubt continue to do so in the near and far future. In this proposed study the issues of the psychological effects of domestic violence upon children will be addressed through diligent research. The problem has been clearly assessed for at least the last ten years and possibly longer as more and more information about developmental psychology leads to clearer and clearer indications of causation between parental behavior and children?s behavior."
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Domestic Violence and the Child: The Effects of Exposure of Domestic Violence in Children., 2002.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper addresses the effects of domestic violence on children living in households where such events occur. It is known that being witness to domestic abuse or being abused has a negative impact on the child's psyche, but the extent of this is not known. This paper works to find the extent of damage that domestic violence has on children and adolescents. 8 pgs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Effects of Domestic Violence on Children, 2006.
An outline of the problems caused by domestic violence.
1,656 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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In this paper the author outlines the issues surrounding domestic violence. He starts with a look at the history of domestic violence and the first institution that was set up to help protect against domestic violence, specifically for children. He then proceeds to discuss the statistics of domestic violence that are known today and continues with the devastating effects that domestic violence can have on children in later years. The author suggests ways of helping children who have suffered from domestic violence 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
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"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."
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Domestic Violence and Children, 2005.
This paper is a research proposal to study the effects of domestic violence on children.
3,285 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 94.95
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This paper explains that domestic violence and its effect on the child living in a home where spousal abuse is occurring including physical abuse, sexual abuse, psychological abuse and abuse to property and pets. The author points out that the aims of the proposed study are to isolate central concepts: 1) Defining the range and extent of domestic violence, 2) indirect and direct effects of violence, 3) psychological effects and physical abuse, 4) the "silent child" syndrome and 5) the correlation between age and the effects of domestic violence. The paper relates that the methodology will include a review of literature and a collection of data through interviews with local social workers and other authorities.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Literature Review
Statement of Research Questions
Methodology
Analysis
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"One of the significant problems that this study has to face is the way in which data is collected and examined. As much of the literature points out, the ascertaining of data on the effect of family and domestic violence is extremely difficult to do with absolute certainty. This is due to the fact that much of the research on children and domestic violence uses sources such as documentation of children in shelters or houses of safety, as well as from social workers in the field. This does not take into account the large number of children who suffer in silence from the affects of violence without the knowledge of the authorities."
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The Effects of Domestic Violence on Children, 2005.
An analysis of the effects of domestic violence on children.
2,511 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 39 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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This research project reviews and analyzes available data on domestic violence in an effort to ascertain whether there is a direct relationship between certain types of mental health problems and childhood sexual and/or physical abuse. The paper focuses on both physical and sexual abuse and concludes that people who experience serious mental health problems, including depression, anxiety disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, and dissociative disorders are suffering from these problems because they were also the victims of childhood sexual and/or physical abuse. Most of the data gathered is based on studies done in New Zealand and Australia. A "Childhood Maltreatment Interview Schedule" is appended to the paper.
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"Many people throughout the world have traditionally believed that women?s natural roles were as mothers and wives and considered women to be better suited for childbearing and homemaking than for involvement in the public life of business or politics. This popular belief that women were somehow intellectually inferior to men, based in large part on religious authority, has led many societies throughout the world to limit women?s education to learning domestic skills and relegating them to a second-class citizen status. By and large, the world has been run by well-educated, upper-class men who controlled most positions of employment and power in these societies and to a large extent continue to do so today. While the status of women today varies dramatically in different countries and, in some cases, among groups within the same country, such as ethnic groups or economic classes, women continue to experience the effects of this oppressive religious dogma as it relates to their lives."
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Effects of Domestic Violence on Children, 2002.
Examines the effects on children of their witnessing domestic violence. Discussed are perceptual differences in relation to age, type of crime and the nature of witnessing.
3,215 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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This study examines for a connection between antisocial/criminal behavior, witnessing domestic violence, the current age of witness and the nature of the antisocial/criminal behavior committed in a sample of female inmates. The justification for such an examination is related to the fact that a good deal of the existing research on domestic violence indicates that children who witnessed domestic violence tend to be adults who engage in antisocial and/or criminal behavior.
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"In addition, most of the studies that investigate the effects of witnessing domestic violence make little or no distinctions between children who see other family members beaten but who are not beaten themselves, children who are beaten themselves and who also see other family members beaten, and children who are beaten themselves but do not see other family members physically abused. Thus, if the witnessing domestic violence-antisocial/criminal behavior relationship differs in terms of these three different categories of "witnessing" there has been no research to uncover this."
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The Effects on Children of Domestic Violence, 2008.
A research proposal analyzing the effects of family domestic violence on children.
1,879 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 60.95
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This paper proposes a research study of adults who were child witnesses to domestic violence. The paper provides a brief literature review of the background of the effect of domestic violence upon children and explores and outlines the methodologies of the research study. The paper also reviews the ethical concerns of dealing with human subjects and the limitations of the proposed research survey.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
The Effects of Family Domestic Violence on Children
Introduction / Literature Review
Methods
Ethics Statement
Limitations of the Study
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"The problem of domestic violence is multi-faceted. The literature review of the subject clearly demonstrates that there is no one cause and no single solution to the problem. The approach of removing the child witnesses of domestic violence and placing then in non-violent environments may not always be practical or helpful. The estimates of upwards of 10 million children annually whom are witnesses to domestic violence would create a strain of unimagined proportions upon the foster care programs across the country. The purpose of the study is to examine on possible solution to ending the generational cycle of domestic violence and reserving this solution to the most severe cases. It is unfortunately anticipated that this one measure will not be the cure-all of what is a national tragedy."
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Children and Domestic Violence, 2004.
Examines the effect on children who witness spousal violence in their home.
1,766 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 56.95
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Researchers have begun to explore the effects on children of witnessing domestic violence and have noted that children who experience such events often show significant behavioral or emotional problems, either immediately afterwards or later on in life. This paper looks at the history of the issue, focusing on the United States. It then examines statistics, the effects on children, including PTSD and expected problems in later life. Finally, the paper looks at treatment and therapy options.
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"Some parents noted that their lives were already so complicated by the upheaval that they simply did not have the time to get the children into therapy. One mother noted that she had already missed so much time from work dealing with the legal aspects of the violence that she could take no more time off to take children to therapy. Other parents didn?t think their children needed any help, and in some cases the child did not want to participate. Many parents gave more than one reason (Peled & Edleson, 1999) suggesting that providing therapy for these children is a complex problem to solve. One subset of parents had shared custody of their children and thus incomplete control over their activities (Peled & Edleson, 1999)."
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Domestic Violence, 2007.
An analysis of the physical and emotional affects of domestic violence on children.
1,516 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper discusses domestic violence. It particularly focuses on the affects that domestic violence has on the children in the home. It discusses the physical and emotional abuse that these children may be subjected to, as well as the symptoms they may exhibit due to anxiety or fear and it discusses how these symptoms may affect their day-to-day functioning. The paper also comments on the long-term effects of exposure to domestic violence for children as they grow into adulthood.
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"Making sure the child is appropriately supervised at all times is also important. All children learn how to deal with different situations by feedback they receive from others around them. A child exposed to violence at an early age is going to have to learn how to deal with stress and anxiety without violence. Teaching children how to respond appropriately when others use insults or threats or deal with anger by hitting is going to take patience, understanding and constant supervision of play activities. Explain to the child that these are not appropriate behaviors and encourage them to avoid other children who behave that way. Another good teaching method will be to discuss with the child ways to solve problems without violence. The child should be taught to respond with calm but firm words when others insult, threaten or hit another person. We must help them understand that it takes more courage and leadership to resist violence than to go along with it."
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Domestic Violence, 2006.
An in-depth case study on intervention programs for domestic violence.
10,072 words (approx. 40.3 pages), 81 sources, MLA, $ 203.95
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This work is a case study of intervention programs for domestic violence 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 domestic violence should be one that is squarely upon 'prevention' of domestic violence while at the same time continuing to maintain the crisis service organizations as well as the criminal justice programs. The paper explains that stopping domestic violence is important in the battle to end domestic violence but the ability to completely prevent the occurrence of acts of domestic violence 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 domestic violence. 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 Domestic Violence
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 Domestic Violence 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
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"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."
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Nursing and Domestic Violence, 2008.
A discussion of domestic violence and how community nursing policies need to change the perception of domestic violence within the United States.
1,778 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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This paper examines how community nursing policies need to change the perception of domestic violence within the United States. The paper looks at two different groups that dealt with domestic violence - a domestic violence support group and a court mandated support group for perpetrators. The paper explains that nurses are in the unique position to be at the forefront in a solution to this problem. Many times, the first person to see a patient within a hospital atmosphere is the nurse and the nurse should be trained to spot potential problems and symptoms of abuse and there should be adequate avenues that should be available to them in order to report suspected abuse. The paper also shows that the primary potential obstacle is the public perception of how domestic violence is seen and that nurses can be very beneficial by bringing the problem to the attention of the community and helping with the interactions between the victims who are their patients and the community and police programs.
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"Within the community and hospital setting, a nurse is more likely to see physical and sexual abuse cases (Butler, 2005, p. 54). This means that many times nurses learn to notice the subtle clues that the patient is not willing to admit to, especially when the abuser accompanies the patient. Often, nurses are the primary caregiver to these patients because the doctors are focused on injuries and are often do not spend as much time with the patients. This makes the nurse a key instrument in the domestic abuse situation (Butler, 2005). The nurse often can tell something is not quite right and should be encouraged to convey any concerns that they may have. Nurses should also be on the lookout for more emotional abuse, which can be more difficult to spot. If someone is abusing a person in anyway including verbal or emotional abuse while in the care of the nurse, it should not be let go, the victim should be given adequate care including psychologists and social workers to help in the situation."
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Domestic Violence, 2002.
Research paper that attempts to prove that economic factors are a major issue in causing domestic violence in society.
2,229 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 69.95
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The paper tries to prove the hypothesis that economic prosperity is inversely related to domestic violence. It attempts to prove that better economic status will decrease the incidence of domestic violence. The paper also looks at the role of women in preventing domestic violence, the reason that a higher percentage of women are on the receiving end of domestic violence, power equations in the family that cause domestic violence, and whether a change in power equations increases or decreases domestic violence. 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 domestic violence, and the role of the police or similar organizations in helping poor families deal with domestic violence.
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"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."
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Domestic Violence, 2008.
A literature review about domestic violence prevention as it relates to individuals.
1,939 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper attempts to identify the key tools that would be helpful to individuals in the prevention of domestic violence between dating partners. It looks at how, with the evidence the literature provides, it is evident that domestic violence 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 domestic violence need to be educated not only on how to retreat from domestic violence relationships but also of the importance of not exposing their children to domestic violence so that the cycle can stop.
Outline
Introduction
Dating Domestic Violence
Children in the Home
Adults
Solutions
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"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. "
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Women and Domestic Violence: A Public Health Issue, 2003.
Looks at a variety of aspects and contributing factors associated with domestic violence towards women.
4,577 words (approx. 18.3 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 118.95
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This paper studies the public health issue of domestic violence. Specifically, it discusses domestic violence committed against women. The physical, cultural, psychological, behavioral, and sociocultural aspects of domestic violence are covered. Additionally, statistics are provided that support the findings of the paper. Topics also discussed are the risks associated with domestic violence, health issues of victims of domestic violence, and what women can do to escape the violence. A discussion of care plans and intervention methods concludes the study.
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"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."
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Domestic Violence, 2007.
This paper discusses the issue of domestic violence in the United States as compared with other nations.
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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In this article, the writer explains that domestic violence is defined as a pattern of coercive control that may consist of physical, sexual, and/or psychological assaults against intimate partners, whether current or former. The writer notes that domestic violence is considered a violation of basic human rights that must be prevented by political, legal and civil actions within all areas of society. The writer compares domestic violence in the U.S. with other nations. The writer concludes that in the United States, much progress has occurred during the past thirty years regarding the recognition of domestic violence as a major problem. As a result, numerous services in different professional disciplines have developed in order to address the legal, social service, and mental and physical health needs of the survivors, perpetrators and child witnesses of domestic violence.
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"Violence is a learned behavior that is usually passed on from one generation to the next, unless efforts are made to interrupt the dysfunctional pattern. Intervention not only teaches the partners more positive ways to resolve conflicts, but it teaches the children more appropriate interaction patterns, thus the cycle of abuse can be stopped."
"In the first stage of domestic violence, tension builds as small incidents of verbal and physical abuse begin, then during the second stage, episodes become more violent and more frequent, resulting in serious injury to the female. The cycle is reinforced during the third and final stage by the partner's remorse and assertions that the abuse will end. This behavioral pattern promotes the victim's passivity and submission to future abuse. Many researchers suggest that victims of domestic violence are not truly capable of acting in their own best interests due to fear and low self-esteem, however, others believe that the vast majority of victims are indeed capable of making rational decisions."
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