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  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Although domestic violence includes sibling abuse and elder abuse, and child abuse the focus of my essay is on spouse abuse. Domestic violence has many names; family violence, battering, wife beating, and domestic abuse. All these terms refer to the same thing, abuse by a marital, common law, or a dating partner in an intimate relationship. Domestic violence is not limited to physical beatings. It is any behaviour that is intended to subjugate and control

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    Essay Length: 1,413 Words / 6 Pages
    Submitted: November 11, 2009 By: Andrew
  • Television Violence and Domestic Violence

    Television Violence and Domestic Violence

    Running Head: TELEVISION VIOLENCE AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Television Violence and Domestic Violence Have Similar Effects on Children Brian Williams Kent State University Abstract We examined the various forms of television violence and domestic violence in America. We provided statistics showing the amounts of violence facts about adolescent exposure. We compared and contrasted the differing effects of both and implemented a study to analyze the similarities. We observed children and gathered data regarding there response to

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    Essay Length: 2,688 Words / 11 Pages
    Submitted: November 12, 2009 By: Anna
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence One of the most complicated issues facing most health care professionals and governmental agencies today is that of domestic violence. Domestic violence encompasses any violence that is inflicted upon one family member by another family member. Thus, domestic violence can be described as spouse abuse, child abuse, sibling abuse, or elder abuse. Most authorities suggest that domestic violence is typically expressed in violence against women and children. Such acts of violence can involve

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    Essay Length: 2,671 Words / 11 Pages
    Submitted: November 15, 2009 By: Stenly
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    There is one particular case that stands out in my mind when I think of domestic violence. The Tracy Thurman Story. Tracy Thurman was a Connecticut housewife. She suffered a horrendous abuse at the hands of her husband. As the days got older so did the beatings and was more horrified each day. When Buck and Tracy got involved she realized that he had a gambling problem. She had confronted him about him losing money

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    Essay Length: 543 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: November 20, 2009 By: Fatih
  • A Look at Domestic Violence

    A Look at Domestic Violence

    Abstract The purpose or this report is to convince the congregation of Bethel Lutheran Church that there is a serious problem of domestic violence in the country and in Colorado Springs and the surrounding areas. It is also meant to inform them that there is a serious need for funding for the victims of domestic violence. There is some funding for the shelters and other programs and it is being used very wisely, but

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    Essay Length: 2,305 Words / 10 Pages
    Submitted: November 23, 2009 By: Kevin
  • Domestic Violence Against Women and Children

    Domestic Violence Against Women and Children

    Domestic Violence 2 Domestic Violence Against Women and Children The statistics of domestic violence are rising each year despite the increase of the availability of help for the victims that this affects. “Domestic violence is where the victim to offender relationship is based on marriage, family ties, a romantic relationship, or a former marriage” (South Carolina Community Profiles, 2002, para. 1). Domestic violence includes simple assault, aggravated assault, intimidation, robbery, forcible fondling, negligent homicide,

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    Essay Length: 1,245 Words / 5 Pages
    Submitted: December 2, 2009 By: Edward
  • Domestic Violence - the Underlying Truth

    Domestic Violence - the Underlying Truth

    Domestic Violence: the underlying truth Domestic Violence: The underlying truth Why are individuals being abused by those who supposedly love them? Is it a result of violence in the media (TV, movies, computer games, publications)? Is it a result of the lack of parental love and caring during childhood? Or is it because of alcohol and drug abuse? (Summers & Hoffman, 2002, p. xiii). Domestic Violence isn't just hitting, or fighting, or an occasional mean

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    Essay Length: 1,517 Words / 7 Pages
    Submitted: December 2, 2009 By: Victor
  • Domestic Violence in India

    Domestic Violence in India

    Domestic violence is a problem in other parts of the world not just in the United States of America. It may not be heard on the news or get much attention, however, it is a growing problem that exists. This paper will examine, 1) What is domestic violence and what are some forms of violence in India that is consider to be domestic violence, 2) the historical factors that brought domestic violence to the attention

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    Essay Length: 2,323 Words / 10 Pages
    Submitted: December 6, 2009 By: Mike
  • The Impact of Domestic Violence Against Women in Tanzania

    The Impact of Domestic Violence Against Women in Tanzania

    Context of the Problem Women's violence is a main problem in Tanzania and this paper will describe, possible impact brought by domestic violence to women of Tanzania. Women experience the violation such as raping, beating, threats and involuntary prostitution. Few years ago woman violation was not a major issue in the society, and this is because of the social approach towards women, where by men were given more priorities in the system of education and

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    Essay Length: 5,028 Words / 21 Pages
    Submitted: December 6, 2009 By: Monika
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence There are several lawsuits having to do with domestic violence, but today there are about 3-4 times as many offenses as there was years ago. Domestic violence tears thousands of family’s apart every year. You may not think there are as many cases of domestic violence. Domestic violence isn’t always a husband or boy friend beating their kid or girlfriend/wife. There are several different types of domestic violence, a man beating a

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    Essay Length: 1,168 Words / 5 Pages
    Submitted: December 9, 2009 By: Stenly
  • Domestic Violence Throughout History

    Domestic Violence Throughout History

    Domestic Violence Throughout History Summary: Domestic violence has been apart of society forever, and it rooted in traditional male dominance and the view of women as property. Still, domestic violence is still a problem that takes place regardless of the socio-economic status of a family. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Domestic violence is as old as recorded history. There have been reports of domestic violence since the dawn of time, in every country. Throughout history domestic violence has been

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    Essay Length: 762 Words / 4 Pages
    Submitted: December 14, 2009 By: Venidikt
  • National Stats. for Domestic Violence

    National Stats. for Domestic Violence

    National Statistics According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence 1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence during her lifetime. 20% of violent crime against women was intimate partner violence, compared to 3 % of violent crime against men. 1 in 15 women and 1 in 33 men have experienced an attempted or completed rape. In 2000, 1,247 women and 440 men were killed by an intimate partner. In 1999, intimate partner homicides accounted

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    Essay Length: 298 Words / 2 Pages
    Submitted: December 23, 2009 By: Andrew
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Domestic violence is a topic that many of us will not feel affected by, but as a matter of fact this kind of violence is skyrocketing in our society. In the U.S., as many as 1.5 million women and 850,000 men were physically assaulted by their intimate partner last year, and numerous children abused by their parents. These sad criminal acts will continue to grow in our society, unless our community takes action to stop

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    Essay Length: 838 Words / 4 Pages
    Submitted: December 24, 2009 By: Top
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Did you know that the Department of Justice discovered that more than 588,000 women are victims of domestic violence and more than one million women are being stalked by there companions? Domestic abuse is violence towards a spouse or domestic partner, which doesn’t have discrimination on gender or age. Victims vary in ages 12 -50 and even older. Women victims of domestic violence need to have more protection against their companions. Restraining orders aren’t enough

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    Essay Length: 506 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: December 26, 2009 By: Monika
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Surprisingly enough, domestic violence affects more than just the immediate victim. Domestic violence is a growing, widespread social problem in America. In the majority of all cases, the victim is spousal or intimate. Children that live in a household where domestic violence is prevalent are also affected. Domestic violence not only has short-term effects on the victim, it also has long-term effects. The long-term effect of this violent abuse is usually physical, psychological,

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    Essay Length: 448 Words / 2 Pages
    Submitted: January 5, 2010 By: Mike
  • Abusive Relationships and Domestic Violence

    Abusive Relationships and Domestic Violence

    Abusive Relationships and Domestic Violence Domestic violence describes a situation where one person in a relationship is using violence to control and dominate another person. Domestic violence victims and their batterers cut across all socioeconomic, demographic, and professional lines. It is an epidemic that is emphasized particularly with the female gender. While physical assault is often times the most common form of abuse, it is important to acknowledge that other forms of abuse are just

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    Essay Length: 917 Words / 4 Pages
    Submitted: January 9, 2010 By: Monika
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence Domestic violence in the United States has become a major problem that affects nearly 2/3's of all people. It can affect wives, the elderly, and even men. This paper will discuss the violence toward both women and children. It is widely understood that most estimates of the commonness of domestic violence are understated. Even large population surveys cannot provide accurate estimates of the amount of domestic violence. This is partly because many victims

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    Essay Length: 546 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: January 16, 2010 By: Stenly
  • The Problem of Domestic Violence

    The Problem of Domestic Violence

    The Problem of Domestic Violence February 6, 2005 The Problem of Domestic Violence “He would hit us with almost anything. His favorite beating tool was electrical cords. He’d use cords from lamps, the toaster, and the iron. He’d hold the lamp in his hand and whip us with the cord. I would have marks on my arm from the prongs of the plug that looked like snake bite wounds.” (Anonymous Female, personal communication, January

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    Submitted: January 16, 2010 By: David
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence Domestic Violence towards women is a problem in the United States that is usually over looked and almost always not noticed by Society today. Violence is defined by the Riverside Webster's Dictionary (p.5) as: 1. Physical force employed so as to damage or injure. 2. As an instance of violent action. If this is the case than why is it that so many women are beaten by loved ones each year and little

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    Essay Length: 1,708 Words / 7 Pages
    Submitted: January 22, 2010 By: Mike
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence What is battering? Why do men batter? Why do women stay? These are all questions that I will answer. I will also offer insight into the minds of victims that may help give a better understanding to the devastating cycle that hides behind the doors of many homes today that is better known as Domestic Violence. What is battering? Battering is a pattern of behavior that is used to establish power and control

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    Essay Length: 542 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: February 4, 2010 By: Steve
  • Research on Domestic Violence Against Men

    Research on Domestic Violence Against Men

    Abstract The focus of this paper is to bring more public awareness to domestic violence against men. Our research proved that little or no concerns are given to battered men who cry out for help from the law enforcement; in most cases minimum rights are given to them in court. Domestic violence against men is not being addressed with a sense of urgency as it is for women. Limited resources are available for the abused

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    Essay Length: 1,671 Words / 7 Pages
    Submitted: February 9, 2010 By: Victor
  • A Victim’s Deliberate Use of Deadly Force Is a Just Response to Repeated Domestic Violence

    A Victim’s Deliberate Use of Deadly Force Is a Just Response to Repeated Domestic Violence

    A victim's deliberate use of deadly force is a just response to repeated domestic violence. According to Senior Senator Dianne Feinstein, "Domestic violence causes far more pain than the visible marks of bruises and scars. It is devastating to be abused by someone that you love and think loves you in return. It is estimated that approximately 3 million incidents of domestic violence are reported each year in the United States." It is because I

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    Essay Length: 639 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: February 22, 2010 By: Top
  • Domestic Violence

    Domestic Violence

    Domestic violence. The first vision that crosses most minds is the quick thrust of a husbands hand across the sacred face of his wife. All to well it is an everyday event happening in nearly one third of family's homes. And what are the most common responses to this heinous, cowardly act? It would be thought to be viewed as an act deserving the penalty of death. But rather the reasoning behind most are such

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    Essay Length: 2,691 Words / 11 Pages
    Submitted: February 26, 2010 By: Fatih
  • Domestic Violence Against Women

    Domestic Violence Against Women

    Introduction Violence in the home is a subject of increasingly public concern. According to Davis in the Encyclopedia of Social Work, “The most affected victims, physically and psychologically, are women, including single and married women and women separated or divorced from their partners” (Davis, 1995, p.789). For years violence against women has been excluded from everyday conversations for many reasons. Women of all races and social levels are victims of violence in the home. There

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    Submitted: March 5, 2010 By: Top
  • The Quran Does Not Condone Domestic Violence

    The Quran Does Not Condone Domestic Violence

    Abstract I have always heard cases where man actually abuses their wives, something which I could never understand. Why do two people come together and end with one party hurting the other? Why do these women so frequently get abused? Domestic violence has traditionally been defined as violence in the home, or between family members. In the Middle East, there are many strong examples of domestic violence. The bulk of the populations in the Middle

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    Essay Length: 668 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: March 29, 2010 By: Monika

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