Domestic Violence : The Horrific Effects Of Abuse

Domestic violence, alternatively referred to as Intimate Partner Violence, is defined by the Department of Justice as “a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner.” While domestic violence is commonly thought of as only physical or sexual abuse, domestic violence can also be emotional, economic, or psychological. Domestic violence has remained constant in society throughout history, even though over time society’s response to the issue has changed. While domestic violence affects everyone regardless of race, gender, age, etc. it is estimated that approximately 90% of all victims are women. For the purpose of this paper, I will be focusing on

Domestic violence wears many different masks and is even accepted in some societies. Many different cultures around the world have been and continue to be affected by the results of domestic violence. The term, “domestic violence,” was first

It has been recorded that approximately “2,000,000 injuries, and 1,300 deaths are caused each year as a result of domestic violence” (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). This harm to and loss of life is due to the negligence of all Americans, in regards to the monitoring and managing of domestic violence in the United States. In order to combat the blatant disregard for domestic violence victims, Americans must support, aid, and assist those who fall victim to this crime, as well as educate those who are oblivious to the matter at hand. These actions will be essential in the eradication of domestic violence, as well as the preservation of the health and overall safety of all American people.

Domestic Violence is a major issue in today's rapidly changing society. Domestic Violence falls under the banner of Family law, which controls acts to do with family and marriage. This presentation will help to develop a clearer understanding of Domestic Violence and make evaluations and recommendations in determining the changes in the law necessary in today's society.

Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior or coercive control in any relationship that is used by one person to gain or maintain power and control over another. (Violence). Most of society’s think domestic violence is when one of the spouses is abusing the other spouse. Domestic violence can occur between anyone who has lived together at one point of time; couples who have never lived together, but have a child together and family member who has live together in the same household. Domestic violence can happen to anyone, regardless of their class, religion, ethnic background, education, age, gender, disability status, sexual orientation, gender presentation, or immigration status. The domestic violence can place in different categories, such as; emotional abuse, physical abuse, psychological abuse, sexual abuse and financial abuse. Researcher had discovered tactics that the abusers use to control their victims such as; dominance, humiliation, isolation, threats, intimidation, denial and shifting blame. (Helpguide.org).

“Domestic violence is a type of abuse by one or both partners in marriage, friends, family, dating or cohabitation” (Aziz & Mahmoud, 2010). There are many forms of abuse from verbal and emotional to physical that often escalates over time in intensity for the victim. Data from the criminal justice system, hospital patient medical records and mental health records, police reports, surveys and social services reports of thousands of women revealed that many are injured and killed as a result of violence from someone close to them. “The US Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) defines domestic violence as a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner regardless of race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or gender” (Robertson & Murachver, 2009). Researchers and the criminal justice system have not been able to agree on a clear definition to domestic violence which can range from physical injury, stalking, verbal abuse and humiliation, denial of shelter and access to money, and intimidation through aggressive behaviors. The definition of domestic violence may vary but the results from physical injury, mental and emotional trauma, and sometimes even death can last a life time.

ABSTRACT: Domestic violence essentially affects everyone. It is not merely a personal or private problem within families. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics (US Department of Justice), a woman is beaten every 15 seconds somewhere in the United States. Additionally, the Surgeon General 's report also reveals that one in five women victimized by their spouses or ex-spouses say that they had been victimized over and over again by the same person. These selected statistics easily demonstrate that domestic violence in the United States is a serious and grave social concern. This paper explores the many facets of this social ill,

There is a certain mystery which surrounds domestic violence, with various stereotypes and myths clouding the truth of the matter. They hinder a true understanding of the problem and serve as obstacles to those suffering in situations of intimate partner violence. While each individual domestic violence situation is unique, many qualities are often shared, and many victims often endure similar experiences at the hands of their abuser. Importantly, despite the fact that intimate partner abuse is a form of crime which is predominantly private and family-oriented, it is a universal issue. Hopefully, by breaking down some of the stereotypes and myths about domestic violence, more solutions will come with better

Domestic Violence (DV) is a critical social issue that negatively impacts not only our own culture in America but as well as all other cultures around the world. Domestic Violence is a global issue reaching across national boundaries as well as socio-economic, cultural, racial and class distinctions (Kaur & Garg 2008). Domestic Violence is a serious problem that can be seen around every society from families of both developed and underdeveloped countries and of different backgrounds. Although there are various cases of domestic violence against men, children and the elderly; women account for the majority percentage of victims of Domestic Violence. This violence can take the form of physical assault, psychological abuse, financial abuse or sexual assault (Kaur & Garg 2008). Domestic Violence is a trend that is on the rise and will continue to plague our society if nothing is done on time to address this social issue.

What is domestic violence? According to research “Domestic violence is the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior as part of a systematic pattern of power and control perpetrated by one intimate partner against another” (NCADV.ORG, 2015). In this essay there will be comparisons made with other countries and also be explained how they relate to America. Let’s start with America, which has four major parts of domestic violence. Physical violence is probably the most common offense in the United States. Most of the victims of serious physical violence usually don’t report it or participate in surveys out of fear for retaliation. Intimate partner violence covers all major parts of domestic

Domestic violence abuse can be observed in a relationship where there are levels of psychological, sexual, emotional, and financial and manipulation. In the “I am Not Your Victim” book we could identify several components of the Power and Control Wheel. One of the components of the domestic violence abuse is the use of financial or economical abuse. This concept states that a perpetrator of violence will utilize manipulation of the target victim in order to restrict his or her from working. In addition, the perpetrator will isolate the victim from socializing or interacting with his or her family in order to not have access to finances. On chapter 4, we learned observe the labor, family and social restriction imposed by Sam. Moreover, Sam managed to limit Beth’s behavior by making her a dependable women. Sam make sure to remove the automobile, no access to economy, not letting her socialize with Cindy and to promise her that she will be part of his allowance. Beth stated “I felt isolated because I desperately needed to work but working was out of the question.” The second component is using male privilege this component states that males are the authority, they will have the power to acting like the “boss” by making his wife do all the housework, take care of the children, manage the household income, and by deciding when his future desires must be comply by the female. In chapter 4, Beth stated that Sam didn’t help her with the household chores she has to take care of the

In our world today, women have been suffering at the hands of domestic abuse for years. Domestic abuse or Spousal abuse has been mistreating women not just physically but also mentally. Most women in an abusive relationship do not report it. One cause can be because of their feelings, even though the spouse may be mistreating them, they still could be in love with them. Because that person wasn’t always abusive, some believe that the person they love is still there and do not wish to trouble them. Also, sometimes leaving the relationship can be harder than it seems. Women may have influenced the abuse by trying to end the toxic relationship. The abuse may have even turned towards domestic violence. Even though it may seem like the simple choice

Domestic violence(DV) is a serious and grave concern, not only in the United States but also around the world. It occurs when an intimate partner expends control and sovereignty through physical, mental, sexual and emotional abuse thereby resulting in physical and psychological trauma of the victim. There has been an alarming increase in the occurrence of DV in social media and literary work being produced today and this has resulted in it getting a lot of attention. According to population surveys carried out by Morier-Genoud C, Bodenmann P and Favrat B, they found that 10 to 69% of women had reported being physically assaulted by an intimate male partner at some point in their lives (2). Also, data from the United States Bureau of

“Every year in the United States there are over 3 million incidents of domestic violence. That means that every nine seconds a women is beaten by her domestic partner” (Findeley). There are many women that stay silent when being abuse by their partners. The consequences of staying quiet when obtaining abuse can be dangerous and can also lead to death. Many women do not recognize the importance of the fact that there is in speaking out if they are being abuse by their partner. No woman should take domestic abuse by their partners. Every woman deserves a healthy relationship; A healthy relationship involves trust, respect, and consideration for the other person. Domestic abuse has gotten worse during the past years and is still rising up. One can see that domestic abuse can occur everywhere. Domestic abuse is considered a crime and woman should not keep silent when being abuse.

The term domestic violence against women is defined as any act of violence that ends in “physical, sexual or psychological harm or suffering to women, including threats of such acts, coercion or arbitrary deprivation of liberty, whether occurring in public or private life” (Martinez, 2012, p.48). Violence against women that happens in the privacy of your own home and leads to a female being a victim and being scared for her life is an act of domestic violence. Violence comes in several forms such as verbal, emotional, psychological, physical, sexual, financial, and neglect (Momirov & Duffy, 1997). Unfortunately, the authorities, media and society on perceived that there is only one type of domestic violence as there needs to evidence of the matter to report or a witness to testify (Martz, 1994).