At a young age, I learned that violence is not okay. I did not live in the nicest neighborhood but I did not live in the worst neighborhood. I knew something was wrong when my mom's eyes filled with horror and panic as she listened to whoever on the other side of the phone. We later found out that my aunt had called my mother from when she had went to pick up my cousins, that attended high school around the neighborhood, only to find the beaten and battered. I remember how my cousin and I freaked out once we noticed my mom hastily pulling all the herbs and medical supplies on to the table because those were only used when someone was hurt badly. I remember the Click Click sound of the stove being lit and the sound of my mom going through the cabins to find the necessary pots in order for her to boil water and herbs for their cuts and bruises. I remember my cousins, their bloodied faces and bloodied clothes, the pieces of rags stained with blood from cleaning their bodies. I remember the sickly smell of blood, how metallicy and bitter it was, I remember the grunts and screams of pain when they aides their cuts and bruises. How beads of sweat rolled down their faces and necks. How pale and ghastly they looked in contrast to their natural tan color …show more content…
I ask myself, ‘How can someone do that to a person?’ I know that violence still occurs and that it isn't right. People that are involved in situations with violence are usually scared to speak out in fear of the consequences of putting their abusers on the spot. We should put a stop to violence by speaking out and showing that we aren't afraid of the abusers. We should speak out so that those same abusers that abused you won't abuse someone else, so that no one else has to go through the agony that you went through. We should put a stop to violence because the outcome of violence leaves people hurt, mentally, emotionally, and
Violence is a learned behavior. Children often experience violence for the first time in their lives in their homes or in the community. This first taste of violence may include their parents, family members or their friends. Studies have shown that children who witness violent acts, either as a victim or as a victimizer, are more likely to grow up to become involved in violence.
Not all victims can stand up to their abusers. Past experiences or fear of escalating violence are powerful
In some cases of domestic violence it may be difficult for others to get involved, especially if the victim is not ready or willing to admit there is a problem. In cases where the victim will not come forward sometimes all that can be done is talking to the person involved and letting them know that someone is willing to listen when they want to talk. In some cases the victim of domestic violence just needs to know that someone else knows what is going on before they can accept it themselves. If society would be more willing to stand up for the victims and offer assistance, however simple, maybe one person could be helped out of a possibly life-threatening situation. Because it is thought that domestic violence is a problem found in homes most people don’t want to get involved in something that used to be considered a private matter between husbands and wives. It is not an easy choice to make to get involved when it comes to domestic violence and many people choose not to get involved for various reasons. Those who do chose to get involved may have to face the abuser in courts of law if and when it goes that far. This can be frightening for some. Others may consider getting involved an inconvenience if they have to take time out of their lives. For others, they may be friends or acquaintances with the abuser and may
On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been victims of some form of physical violence by an intimate partner within their lifetime. When judges come across domestic violence cases, they are often frowned upon. Because we live in a world there are huge double standards when it comes to domestic violence and our men are on the bad end of the deal. When a man commits domestic violence he is punished very harshly. But when a woman commits domestic violence she gets cheers, chuckles or is all too often ignored.
Society has been subjected to many violent acts over the course of its history. Although violence is immoral and wrong, somehow people everyday condone and commit violence for countless reasons. Many Hollywood films glorify mindless violence to their advantage and captivate audiences through its entertaining shock value and rake large box office profits. Car chases, crashes and glorified gladiator sword fights are all familiar scenes in which violence is portrayed in an unrealistic glamorised manner.
It is imperative that one must understand that I began experiencing brutality at a very young age. When I was only four years young, the Klu Klux Klan burned down my family’s home in Nebraska, causing all of us to move to Michigan. Ironically enough, the same thing happened once again in our new home prompting my family and I to move once more. Despite those terrible events, I was still very
And yes, I’m not anyone special, I don’t study the topic, nor am I a survivor of domestic violence myself. But I’m here to tell a story. I’m here to make a change. And I’m here to encourage all of you to do the same.
Unfortunately violence and abuse are very common in the United States. They can be expressed in many ways such as physical, emotional, mental, sexual, financial, and even spiritual abuse. The victim can suffer major health and mental problems caused by the mistreatment. Not only does it affect those involved, but also those who witness the violence. It is a very difficult cycle to break, as the abuser tends to continuously abuse the victim, even when they claim that they have changed and will stop.
Abuse is a serious issue in people’s lives. We should be more aware of it. We should see the Signs. People don’t take abuse serious enough because people don’t like to talk about it. The people that go through it feel ashamed, and they think that it’s not a problem. People think they should suck it up and take it. They think it’s there is something wrong with them. There isn’t anything wrong with them; they should be able to tell their story. Doesn’t matter what type of abuse you go through, sexual, physical, or mental. It’s real and it’s not your fault. People who are abused are more likely to engage is serious crime than anyone else. So if we don’t pay attention it can get worse then what it already is. Abuse no matter the type
Violence affects a healthy family’s relationship, state of mind and well-being, in other words, it’s normal functions. Because of violence, children are forced to endure and cope with mental, physical and emotional trauma leading to a display of impacts on health, development, and wellbeing. The effects build up over time and can impact on every aspect of their life. How many children and innocent lives must suffer from something unnecessary? Imagine walking into a home late at night to find a child hiding in a corner, with a bloody face and cuts all around their body saying they were self-inflicted or making up other silly excuses like falling down the stairs out of extreme fear. Up to 75% of all acts of domestic violence occurs between the ages 18-24. No child should ever see domestic violence as normal because the moment that happens a future perpetrator has been born. We need to take a stand and refuse to let domestic violence become something we ignore.
Unfortunately, domestic violence and abuse is old as time, and will always be around. Although domestic violence will always be an issue, now one has the resources to help spot it and do something about it. Seeing the warning signs early on is essential to helping someone with this issue. Being able to realize that there are more than one type of domestic abuse goes a long way. Lastly, getting help is the most vital thing of all. Knowing the right avenues to venture could save a life, and help renew someone’s
“To those who abuse: the sin yours, the crime is yours, and the shame is yours. To those who protect the perpetrators: blaming the victims only masks the evil within, making you as guilty as those who abuse. Stand up for the innocent or go down with the rest…” These are the words of an individual who sees too clearly the injustice which comes with domestic violence toward women. The United States government estimates one in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. Domestic abuse remains a significant social problem in many towns, cities and neighborhoods and though the victims involved may often remain silent, its emotional, psychological and physical effects still linger on.
Domestic violence is a very important social problem that we must educate ourselves on because it has such a profound and negative effect on the individual(s) being abused. They are affected mentally, emotionally, physically, and I know from experience that the scars can run very deep. Being in an abusive relationship for three years was devastating to my self-image as a teenager, and because of these feelings of inadequacy, my decreasing esteem allowed me to stay in such a dangerous scenario. Healing from the negative effects of that relationship has been a difficult journey for me, and I can only imagine how much more difficult it must be for women abused for years on end. To this day, I struggle greatly with the ability to let go of my own "control"
It was a bone chilling January night; my mom received a call at about 11:15 PM, a call that changed my life forever. My Aunt June was on the other line. She was crying so hard my mother could barely understand her. Through the sobbing my mom finally understood that Brian, my cousin, had been in a horrible accident and she didn’t know how bad it was. My mother jumped out of the bed after she hung up the phone. She screamed up the stairs at my sister and me; it was a nerve shrilling scream. I could hear fear in her voice. My mom was always yelling at us growing up if we forgot to do something. She would even get us out of bed to finish something that wasn’t done completely. This particular
taught at a young age the right way to handle a situation then violence will be able to be