Chapters 7 - 11 Flashcards

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Explain what is meant by the term 'date rape.'

The term 'date rape,' also known as 'acquaintance rape,' is any sexual activity including intercourse, oral sex, anal sex, or other sexual contact that is threatened/forced upon an individual by an acquaintance or intimate dating partner.

Explain James Makepeace's theory.

Makepeace's developmental theory suggests that courtship violence often perpetuates itself due to the romanticized nature of courtship in our culture, with jealousy being the most common root of courtship violence.

Why do intimate partner violence victims stay?

Victims often stay because the abuser has learned how to control and manipulate their partner to the point of dependency.

Where does intimate partner violence occur more often and why?

Intimate partner violence occurs most often in the home because it is a private sphere that can be 'controlled' by the abuser. Signup and view all the answers

Describe physical and sexual abuse behaviors.

Physical abuse behaviors include punching, shoving, slapping, biting, kicking, and using weapons. Sexual abuse behaviors include forcing a partner to perform sexual acts and rape. Signup and view all the answers

Define 'intimate partner violence.'

Intimate partner violence is any violence committed by any individual in a relationship; it can be referred to as domestic violence or battering. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the term 'battering'?

Battering is a recurring pattern of behavior that is used to gain power/control over the person being battered/abused. Signup and view all the answers

Where was the first hotline and shelter for battered women?

The first hotline was established in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1971, and the first shelter opened in 1974, also in St. Paul. Signup and view all the answers

Who are the most frequent victims of intimate partner violence?

Women are the most frequent victims, making up 85 percent of intimate partner violence victims. Signup and view all the answers

At what point in their lives are the majority of male rape victims abused?

Around 71 percent of male rape victims were abused prior to their 18th birthday. Signup and view all the answers

Define lesbian intimate partner violence.

Lesbian intimate partner violence is a pattern of violent behavior in which one lesbian partner tries to coerce the other by controlling their beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the National Violence Against Women Survey an important source of data on same-sex intimate partner violence?

It is the only national source on intimate partner violence that doesn't exclude same-sex individuals. Signup and view all the answers

Describe some forms of violence pertaining to gay and lesbian relationships.

Forms of violence include physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and financial abuse, with same-sex partner identity abuse being a unique aspect. Signup and view all the answers

What is same-sex partner identity abuse?

Same-sex partner identity abuse is the threatening of one partner to out the other or expose them to homophobic environments. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the major tenets of the psychological model that is used to explain intimate partner violence.

It suggests that partner abuse is considered a learned behavior and counters the feminist approach by asserting that both men and women can be perpetrators. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Date Rape

Defined as sexual activity forced upon an individual by an acquaintance or dating partner.
Includes various forms of sexual contact such as intercourse, oral sex, and anal sex.

James Makepeace's Theory

The theory links courtship violence to cultural romanticization of relationships.
Suggests intimacy is a fundamental need, leading to jealousy and conflict when relationships become difficult.

Reasons Victims Stay in Intimate Partner Violence

Victims may attempt to leave an abusive relationship multiple times, averaging five attempts.
Abusers often manipulate partners to create dependency, including financial control.
Threats of violence towards pets or children can keep victims from leaving.

Frequency of Intimate Partner Violence

Most incidents occur in the home, which is a space the abuser can control.

Physical and Sexual Abuse Behaviors

Physical abuse includes punching, slapping, biting, and using weapons.
Sexual abuse behaviors encompass forcing sexual acts and coercing through emotional manipulation.

Intimate Partner Violence Defined

Any violence committed by an individual in a relationship, encompassing various forms of domestic violence.

Battering

Refers to a recurring pattern of behavior used to gain power and control in an abusive relationship.

First Hotline and Shelter for Battered Women

The first hotline was established in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1971, followed by the first shelter in 1974.

Victims of Intimate Partner Violence

Women represent 85% of intimate partner violence victims.

Male Rape Victim Statistics

Approximately 71% of male rape victims were abused before their 18th birthday.

Lesbian Intimate Partner Violence

Characterized by behaviors aimed at coercing a partner and controlling their beliefs to reinforce abusive actions.

Importance of the National Violence Against Women Survey

This survey is crucial for data on same-sex intimate partner violence as it includes all sexual orientations.

Violence in Gay and Lesbian Relationships

Similar to heterosexual couples, violence may involve physical, sexual, emotional, and financial abuse.
Same-sex partner identity abuse is unique, threatening to out one partner or expose them to homophobic situations.

Same-Sex Partner Identity Abuse

Involves threatening to disclose a partner's sexual orientation or subject them to discriminatory environments.

Psychological Model of Intimate Partner Violence

Contrasts with feminist perspectives, suggesting that both genders can be perpetrators.
Views abusive behavior as learned and a conscious choice by the abuser.

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