Domestic Violence and Theories of Rape

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What is the primary motivation for rape according to Control Theory?

Power and control (correct)

Peer pressure

Evolutionary advantage

Sexual gratification

Which theory suggests that men rape due to hatred towards women?

Developmental theory

Testosterone theory

Gender based hate crime theory (correct)

Evolutionary theory

Which of the following statements about spousal homicide is true?

Spousal homicide occurs equally regardless of emotional closeness.

One-third of women are murdered by their partners each year. (correct)

Women are more frequently the perpetrators than men.

Spousal homicide is less common than serial killings.

What is one negative effect of corporal punishment on children?

It teaches children that violence is an acceptable conflict resolution. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options best describes social identity theory in relation to adolescents?

They adopt norms based on their peer group's identity. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of reported rapes lead to prosecution?

9% Signup and view all the answers

What psychological condition is most commonly diagnosed in serial killers?

Antisocial personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a characteristic of a rapist?

Self-centeredness Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of a power and control serial killer?

They experience complete sexual gratification from domination. Signup and view all the answers

Which phase involves the killer beginning to fantasize about the act of murder?

Aura phase Signup and view all the answers

What type of killer takes pleasure in committing heinous acts without a clear motive?

Hedonistic killer Signup and view all the answers

What does Macdonald’s triad suggest as a potential indicator of future violent behavior?

Cruelty to animals, arson, and persistent bedwetting beyond a certain age Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the totem phase in the serial killer's methodology?

The killer takes trophies from the crime scene. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is not typically associated with the creation of a serial killer?

High income upbringing Signup and view all the answers

What is a common psychological trait of genocide perpetrators?

Paranoid or sadistic tendencies Signup and view all the answers

Which is a consequence of the depression phase following a murder for some serial killers?

The possible desire to commit suicide Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Domestic Violence/Spouse Abuse

Spousal Rape: 51% of victims.
Theories of Rape:
- Evolutionary Theory: Men rape to spread their sperm.
- Sexual Deprivation Theory (Outdated): Early theories proposed that rape was due to sexual frustration.
- Testosterone Theory (Debunked): Higher testosterone levels aren't linked to rape.
- Control Theory: Rape is about power and control, not solely sex; to instill fear in women.
- Gender-Based Hate Crime Theory: Rape stems from hatred toward women.
- Developmental Theory: Childhood experiences like abuse and neglect can contribute to rape.
- Social Identity Theory: Adolescents adopt norms from their peer groups.
Characteristics of a Rapist: Less empathy, self-centered, manipulative, negative attitudes toward women, and justification of crimes.
Spouse Homicide: One-third of women are murdered annually by a partner.
Prosecution Rates: Only 230/1000 rapes are reported, and only 9% of rapists face prosecution.
Factors Affecting Spousal Homicide: Motivations vary between male and female perpetrators; often involving emotional and physical closeness.
The Cycle of Domestic Violence: Includes build-up, incident, respite/honeymoon, and repetition.

Child Physical Abuse

Research and Spanking: Physical discipline negatively impacts children, teaching them violence, creating fear & distrust, and hindering the parent's ability to find better approaches.
Consequences of Physical Discipline: Children learn violence as a coping mechanism; parents may not develop proper communication skills. Parent-child trust and communication breaks down
Alternative Disciplinary Methods: Include time-outs, privilege removal, and modelling positive behavior.
Spanking in Schools: Restrictions and prohibitions of corporal punishment exist in various countries.

Serial Killers

Antisocial Personality Disorder: Many serial killers exhibit this disorder, characterized by a predatory attitude and disregard for others (1% female and 5-6% male).
Evolution of APD: Early terms for the condition included "moral insanity" and "psychopath"; later renamed "sociopath".
Psychopath Study: Lack of learning from negative consequences is a key characteristic.
Serial Killer Types:
- Power/Control: Sexual gratification through dominating victims.
- Visionary: Driven by visions or voices (often psychotic/schizophrenic).
- Mission: Believing they are ridding society of a harmful group.
- Hedonistic: Enjoying the pain and suffering inflicted upon others.
- Thrill: Seeking thrills from crimes and media attention;
- Comfort: Using less violent and less messy methods to satisfy their needs.
Method of Operation (Phases):
- Aura: Fantasies begin.
- Trolling: Searching for victims and location.
- Wooing: Gaining victim's trust.
- Capture: Capturing the victim.
- Murder: Killing the victim.
- Totem: Taking trophies or memorabilia.
- Depression: Anti-climax and remorse.
Making of a Serial Killer: Heredity, brain anomalies, and dysfunctional childhoods may all play a role.

Genocide

Definition: Deliberate killing of a group intended to destroy a nation or group.
Examples of Perpetrators/Historical Context: Perpetrators include the ancient Babylonians, Assyrians, Israelites, Greeks, Romans, Mongols, and even more recent groups like the US toward Native Americans and Armenian victims.
The Holocaust: Not only targeted Jews but also Slavs, Gypsies, LGBTQ+ individuals, Poles, and Jehovah's Witnesses.
Motivations for Genocide: Nationalistic/racial ideologies, desire for revenge, and resources.
Characteristics of Perpetrators: Paranoid, antisocial, narcissistic, sadistic, schizoid, schizotypal.

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Explore the complex issues surrounding domestic violence and spousal abuse in this quiz. Review theories of rape, characteristics of offenders, and the alarming statistics that frame this critical topic. Test your understanding and awareness of these societal challenges.