Abstract
This paper gives an in-depth analysis of the 1991 thriller entitled" Sleeping with the Enemy", emphasizing the elements of domestic abuse in the film. The paper gives an overview of the plot, describing how Laura and Martin Burney live a picture perfect life on the east coast in a beautiful house by the ocean. Yet within the first thirty minutes of the film, it becomes clear that Martin is extremely overbearing and has significant control issues. Through their interactions on film, Martin demonstrates a latent desire to appropriate the emotions and thoughts of his film in order to siphon away any sense of free-will or independence that she may have acquired as a married woman.

From the Paper
"Laura and Martin Burney live a picture perfect life on the east coast in a beautiful house by the ocean. While it is never made clear what Martin does for a living, the lavish opulence of their lifestyle and the structured organization of their household would..."

Tags:abuse, domestic, family

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The paper aims to establish the extent of the correlation, if one exists, between incidences of domestic abuse and homelessness among women in Ireland between 1997 and 2006. The paper uses both anecdotal evidence and statistical analysis to portray the trends and factors involved. The paper shows how homelessness due to domestic violence can affect many women in Ireland each year.

Outline:
Introduction
Preliminary Literature Review

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"Today, Ireland is the most digitally connected nation in the world and much progress has been made in recent years concerning the status of women. Nevertheless, a number of social problems remain, with one of the most upsetting, at least to the author, is domestic violence. The past decade has seen greatly increased numbers of women who have jobs and have their own money, as well as more houses and apartments being built. Anecdotal evidence from newspapers, magazines and broadcast media would suggest however, that there is still a problem with homelessness among both men and women. Since the reasons that people become homeless appear to be many, the decision was made to focus on one specific area and time period to identify to what extent, if any, domestic violence and homelessness are related. "

Tags:violence, partners, housing, refuges

Abstract
This paper states that the domestic abuse in the lesbian community is as prevalent as it is in the heterosexual couples---the only problem is the former is surrounded by a wall of silence.

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This paper argues that domestic violence is a common occurrence in modern society and that it is not entirely restricted to families with lower social status. The paper asserts that domestic abuse is seen even in those families that have better access to education and socially enviable luxuries. The paper also discusses possible steps that can be taken to prevent domestic violence.

Introduction
Precipitating Factors of Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Not Restricted to Specific Social Groups
Steps to Prevent the Malady
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Domestic violence is one of the greatest threats to the life and health of women and to a lesser extent, men throughout the world and is a despicable phenomenon that is witnessed in all cultures and nations irrespective of the amount of social progress that a country has to its credit. In fact, it may be seen that the incidents of domestic violence is seen more in advanced countries than less developed nations. Studies which had been carried through many years by Chassin, Laurie, Curran, Patrick J., Hussong, Andrea M., Colder, Craig R, (1996) and Finn, Peter R., Sharkansky, Erica J., Viken, Richard, West, Tara L., Sandy, Jamie, Bufferd, Gary M, (1997), suggests that there are many predisposing factors that precipitate domestic violence. Factors like lack of education, alcohol abuse, poverty, cultural restrictions etc were thought to be factors that induced people to commit domestic crimes."

Tags:societies, poorest, richest, women, equal, men, spouses, physical, threats, harassment

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"Abstract
Feminist theory holds that incidents of domestic violence are the result of an ongoing patriarchal social system. This system has created a dichotomous notion of acceptable behavior, as men take their power for granted and work to maintain it with little conscious thought. Much abuse goes unnoticed because it consists of psychological abuse, which leaves no visible scars on the victim and may not be performed consciously by the offender. A nationwide sample of adults was examined about their attitudes on domestic abuse in their personal relationships, and the responses of men and women were compared to determine whether such a drastically different perspective exists.


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This paper is a literature review and research proposal regarding incidences of domestic violence among New York Police officers. The paper examines whether or not New York City Police Officers that are on patrol duty, are as likely to commit domestic violence crimes as are those officers who are employed on specialized units dealing with narcotics, gangs, violence and homicide. The paper includes charts.

From the Paper
"According to Wetendorf, the real difference between police abusers and other abusers is that the police officer that abuses is "tougher and more dangerous". Wetendorf states that "they have training, a badge, a gun, and the weight of the police culture behind them." These are the very points that are used as tactics of abuse by the officer commits domestic abuse and/or violence to his spouse and/or family."

Tags:physical, abuse, 911, IACP, PTSD, trauma

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This paper is on the topic of domestic violence and why wives do not leave their husbands. Many women leave their abusive husbands temporarily, but nearly "three-quarters of women who left eventually returned home" Cultural beliefs form the reasons that women do not escape from the abusive situation, and economic realities are the products of those learned cultural beliefs.

Tags:abused, wives, leave

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The paper provides a brief review of the literature and describes a survey using adult male participants in a therapy group for men who have abused their wives. The paper reveals the survey's results that support the study's hypothesis that young boys who grow up in homes characterized by domestic violence will engage in such behaviors themselves in ways that contribute to an ongoing cycle of dysfunctional behaviors. The paper includes tables,a
copy of the survey and a graphic representation of survey findings as appendices to the paper.

Outline:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Hypothesis
Methodology
Subjects
Theoretical Foundation
Data Analysis
Review and Discussion
Conclusion

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"The adage that "the apple does not fall far from the tree" is especially true in cases of domestic abuse and violence. Despite the progress made by sociologists in recent years in helping to identity and highlight this major problem, millions of women in the United States continue to become the victims of abuse at the hands of their male partners and many suffer severe and even life-threatening injuries as a result. Authorities, though, are uncertain of the actual incidence of domestic abuse because many such incidents go unreported. Moreover, the domestic abuse cycle may also feed upon itself in ugly ways because it is reasonable to suggest that young boys who grow up in homes that are characterized by domestic abuse are more likely to engage in such abusive behaviors later in their adult lives which relates to the problem to be considered herein which is discussed further below."

Tags:violence, assaults, partners, husbands, fathers, sons

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In this article, the writer examines child abuse laws to determine whether they are sufficiently strict. The writer indicates that both existing laws and their application suffer from a number of problems including different laws in different states, and barriers to existing laws.

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"The United State Department Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families reports that the most recent data on child abuse in America indicates that about ... American children are being abused in some form every year. Of this total number about ..."

Tags:child, abuse, laws, maltreatment

Abstract
This paper explains that domestic violence is no longer being ignored by society; Michigan has adopted some serious laws to protect these victims, but can do more to insure that offenders are locked away, and victims remain safe from their abuser. The author points out that domestic violence laws used to protect only those who were in a marriage or a live-in relationship; however, today, many states have incorporated their laws to include "dating-only" relationships. The paper recommend that the laws be strengthen to include additional time for causing a child to witness domestic violence.

From the Paper
"Michigan domestic violence laws have been designed to encompass many different areas of the problem. One of the things the law allows is the use of personal protection orders. Personal protection orders are designed for the purpose of protecting victims of domestic violence. For the victim to get a personal protection order the victim must prove to the court that the person they are seeking the order against present a danger to them without the order of protection being granted."

Tags:protection, safe, date, child, witness