Family Violence Ch. 12 – Flashcards
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In one year, women are _____________ times as likely as men to be victims of intimate partner violence.
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five
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Kay's boyfriend had sex with her after she drank too much and passed out. This meets the legal definition of
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rape
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According to the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence survey, more women have been raped than
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are on the pill
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Elder abuse is reported by approximately _____________ percent of the population over 60.
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10
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The most likely victim of family violence is a woman of _____________ race/ethnicity.
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American Indian
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_____________ percent of male homicide victims were murdered by an intimate partner.
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5
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The most common form of elder abuse is
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neglect
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The state is becoming increasingly involved in the role of the family, as illustrated by all of the following EXCEPT
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decreasing family reliance on religious authorities.
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Most people who do not report intimate partner violence to the police fail to do so because
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they are afraid of the consequences
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The effects of child abuse are often first noted
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in their behavior
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Women who suffered sexual abuse in their past were most likely to
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cohabit but not marry
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A sociological study of family violence should include a consideration of all of the following EXCEPT
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individual traits of abusers
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If George's parents fail to take him to school on a consistent basis, they
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may be guilty of neglect
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According to the text, family violence is usually characterized by
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intimacy where the individuals interact in private.
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Parents who cannot afford to provide adequate food and shelter for their children
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may also be guilty of neglect
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The homicide rate among children has decreased by _____________ percent.
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20
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According to the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence survey, _____________ percent of women and _____________ percent of men have been raped during their life time.
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18,1
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Jan was fondled by a stranger on her way to the bathroom when she was out with her friends. This meets the legal definition of
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sexual assault
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The LEAST likely victim of family violence is a woman of _____________ race/ethnicity.
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Asian
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Feminists are concerned about power differentials built into the family system, including
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the expectation that husbands should have power over wives.
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According to national surveys, _____________ of men and _____________ of women report being victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking in their lifetime.
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29, 36
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Lorena shot her husband after years of physical abuse at his hands. Her behavior is best classified as
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violence resistance
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Dante and Nina have a tumultuous relationship, and occasionally there is some pushing or shoving between them during arguments. These interactions are best described as
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common couple violence
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Erica is experiencing psychological abuse and fears her husband's violent outbursts are becoming more dangerous. Erica is most likely experiencing
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intimate terrorism
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Sue and Larry are both hotheads and often physically battle for control in their relationship. They are likely engaged in
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mutual violent control
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More cases of child abuse are perpetrated by _____________ than any other group.
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mothers
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Contrary to stereotypes, children are least likely to be abused _____________.
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by a friend or neighbor
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In countries were men have greater educational and occupational advantages
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violence against women is more common
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Jack and Jill live together and have a romantic relationship. Occasionally they get into screaming matches that escalate into pushing. This is considered
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intimate partner violence
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John and Martha are in love and have a sexual relationship. Martha is also John's aunt. In most states, this meets the legal definition of:
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incest
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The physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of a parent or older family member is defined as
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elder abuse
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In the Catholic church child abuse scandal, _____________ percent of the victims were boys.
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80
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Statistics on violence in same-sex partnerships are limited but indicate that
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lesbian and straight women are equally likely to be victims.
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According to the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence survey, _____________ percent of women are raped or experience an attempted rape while in college.
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20-25
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Rape occurs primarily
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among acquaintances, with mild or threatened violence
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Risk factors for children being abused include all of the following EXCEPT
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single parenthood
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Of the reported child abuse cases, approximately _____________ percent happen at the hands of the child's parents.
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80
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_____________ percent of female homicide victims were murdered by an intimate partner.
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42
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For most of American history, rape could not legally occur in a marriage because wives did not have the right to say no to sex. This law began to change starting in
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1970
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The decrease in family violence has been attributed to
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an increase in working women
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Most of the elderly who report abuse are abused by
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other family members
