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What is domestic violence?
The use of intentional emotional, psychological, sexual, or physical force by one family member or intimate partner to control another.
Who can be targets of domestic violence according to the text?
Spouses, parents, stepparents, children, siblings, elderly relatives, and intimate partners
What are some examples of violent acts mentioned in the text?
Verbal, emotional, and physical intimidation; destruction of the victim's possessions; maiming or killing pets; threats; forced sex; and slapping, punching, kicking, choking, burning, stabbing, shooting, and killing victims.
What is the focus of the Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) mentioned in the text?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a form of domestic violence in the text?
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What is the definition of domestic violence according to the text?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a target of domestic violence in the text?
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What are some examples of violent acts mentioned in the text?
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What is the focus of the Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) mentioned in the text?
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What is the purpose of this TIP according to the text?
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