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What percentage of women reported being victims of violence or mistreatment in their marriage or common law relationship in 1999?
What percentage of women reported being victims of violence or mistreatment in their marriage or common law relationship in 1999?
What historical expression allowed men to use limited physical violence against their spouses?
What historical expression allowed men to use limited physical violence against their spouses?
During which decade did the women's movement begin to significantly influence public opinion about violence against women?
During which decade did the women's movement begin to significantly influence public opinion about violence against women?
What was a common societal attitude toward women who chose to leave their violent spouses?
What was a common societal attitude toward women who chose to leave their violent spouses?
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What is referred to as the intergenerational cycle of violence?
What is referred to as the intergenerational cycle of violence?
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During the 20th century, police intervention in domestic violence cases was largely limited to what condition?
During the 20th century, police intervention in domestic violence cases was largely limited to what condition?
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What is often the first phase in the cycle of violence in intimate relationships?
What is often the first phase in the cycle of violence in intimate relationships?
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What resource did women often turn to for advice regarding violence in their homes during earlier decades?
What resource did women often turn to for advice regarding violence in their homes during earlier decades?
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What is a key characteristic of spousal abuse?
What is a key characteristic of spousal abuse?
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How do feminist sociologists view the cause of spousal abuse?
How do feminist sociologists view the cause of spousal abuse?
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Which situation is most likely to increase the incidence of spousal abuse?
Which situation is most likely to increase the incidence of spousal abuse?
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What psychological characteristics are commonly seen in abusers?
What psychological characteristics are commonly seen in abusers?
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Which type of relationship tends to have higher reported rates of spousal violence?
Which type of relationship tends to have higher reported rates of spousal violence?
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What is a primary predictor of spousal violence according to the content?
What is a primary predictor of spousal violence according to the content?
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Who are the primary victims of spousal abuse?
Who are the primary victims of spousal abuse?
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What common misconception exists regarding spousal abuse?
What common misconception exists regarding spousal abuse?
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What are common characteristics of perpetrators of spousal abuse?
What are common characteristics of perpetrators of spousal abuse?
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What does the term 'battered woman syndrome' refer to in the context of abusive relationships?
What does the term 'battered woman syndrome' refer to in the context of abusive relationships?
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Which factors are often attributed to family violence according to social science research?
Which factors are often attributed to family violence according to social science research?
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How do victims often misunderstand the dynamics of their abusive relationships?
How do victims often misunderstand the dynamics of their abusive relationships?
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What is a common reason victims might stay in an abusive relationship?
What is a common reason victims might stay in an abusive relationship?
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What is the Strauss Conflict Tactics Scale used for?
What is the Strauss Conflict Tactics Scale used for?
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Which of the following statements best describes the cycle of violence seen in families?
Which of the following statements best describes the cycle of violence seen in families?
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What percentage of Aboriginal partners experienced spousal abuse between 1994 and 1999?
What percentage of Aboriginal partners experienced spousal abuse between 1994 and 1999?
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Study Notes
Spousal Violence
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Family violence encompasses violence, abuse, and neglect within families. This includes relationship violence, spousal abuse, child abuse, and elder abuse.
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Prior to 1930, the term "family violence" wasn't used by social scientists. The pathology became recognized in the 1940s and 1960s with case studies highlighting child abuse.
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Spousal abuse can be categorized as interpersonal, systemic, or non-systemic abuse.
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Feminist sociologists link spousal abuse to patriarchal systems that validate male dominance. Masculinity, including strength and aggression, are magnified in abusers.
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Conflict theorists view spousal abuse as power imbalance. Dominance is challenged through abuse to reassert it.
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Higher rates of abuse occur when the husband is unemployed while the wife works, or when both spouses are unemployed. Egalitarian relationships, where power is shared, have lower abuse rates.
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Spousal abuse is significantly directed at women and less frequently at men or in same-sex relationships. Common-law relationships experience more violence than marriages. Victim shame and social stigma often lead to underreporting.
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Perpetrators are often men with violent family histories. They may see their partners as objects for control or sexual/emotional property. Low education, frequent conflict, and substance abuse are characteristics linked to abusers.
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Environmental factors such as poverty, glorification of violence, poor housing, and unemployment, can contribute to family violence.
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Victims often mistake abuse as normal anger or love. This can be influenced by financial or social stability from the perpetrator. Abuse can be tolerated for these positive attributes.
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Abuse is rarely isolated or resolves spontaneously. Victims may stay due to developed "battered woman syndrome" or other factors.
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Abusive relationships are marked by tension, acute abuse, and periods of calmness/reconciliation. The cycle of violence has distinct phases.
Consequences of Spousal Abuse
- Marital violence perpetuates cycles, with abusive husbands often becoming abusive fathers and potentially creating a cycle among children.
- Abuse results in physical, psychological, mental, emotional, and financial issues for victims.
- Extreme cases have resulted in the death of victims.
Prevention and Remediation
- Social attitudes are shifting and recognizing that violence is a family issue rather than a private one.
- Interventions need to be more stringent and efficient. Programs to address underlying causes, such as substance issues, are more effective than superficial treatments.
- Educational initiatives and training for young people and adults are crucial in prevention.
- Reducing family stress and increasing support systems for families with children can help prevent abuse.
- It is vital to have access to services such as support groups, shelters, counseling, and legal resources for victims of abuse.
Key Dates in Canada
- 1965: Ontario first province to legislate child abuse reporting.
- 1972: First Canadian shelter for abused women opened in Vancouver.
- 1989: Major Canadian survey conducted on elder abuse.
- 1993: Statistics Canada conducts Violence Against Women Survey.
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This quiz explores the complexities of spousal violence within the context of family dynamics. It covers the historical recognition of family violence, the categorization of spousal abuse, and different sociological perspectives on the issue. Understand how power imbalance and societal structures contribute to occurrences of abuse.
