Domestic violence is a serious problem, which occurs in many countries. In recent years, domestic violence or family violence has been recognized as a serious problem globally. Domestic violence is control by one partner over another in a dating, marital or live-in relationship. The means of control include physical, sexual, emotional and economic abuse, threats and isolation. Survivors face many obstacles in trying to end the abuse in their lives such as psychological and economic entrapment, physical isolation and lack of social support, religious and cultural values, fear of social judgment, threats and intimidation over custody or separation, immigration status or disabilities and lack of viable alternatives. Increased public, legal and …show more content…
Actual or threatened physical violence, psychological violence and the denial of physical and economic resources all have an enormous impact on women 's mental health. These problems take many forms, all affecting women 's ability to attain a basic quality of life for herself and her family. Abuse is strongly associated with alcoholism and drug use in women (Facts About Domestic Violence). It also can lead to "fatigue and passivity coupled with an extreme sense of worthlessness" (Violence Against Women in the Family, 78 ). These symptoms together remove any initiative and decision making ability from the victim. This lethargy, coupled with economic barriers, makes escape from the situation very difficult. The lack of initiative also thwarts women 's abilities to participate in activities outside of the home. High levels of stress and depression are also extremely common mental health problems for victims of family violence, often leading to suicide (Facts About Domestic Violence). In the United States, one quarter of suicide attempts by white women and one half of attempts by African American women are preceded by abuse (In the Health of Women: A Global Perspective, 128). The World Bank 's analysis found domestic violence to be a major cause of disability and death among women; the burden of family violence is comparable to that of HIV, tuberculosis, cardiovascular disease or cancer (Domestic Violence Against Women: A Global Issue,
Domestic Violence is a widely recognized issue here in the United States. Though many people are familiar with domestic violence, there are still many facts that people do not understand. Abuse is not just physical, it is mental, emotional, verbal, sexual and financial. Many victims of physical abuse are also fall victim to these abuse tactics as well. An abusive partner often uses verbal, mental, emotional, and financial abuse to break their partner so to speak. It is through this type of abuse the victim often feels as though they are not adequately meeting their partner’s needs.
Mary Margaret Farren was the wife of a successful husband. Among other things, at one point J. Michael Farren served as Deputy White House Counsel under President George W. Bush. Mary’s husband didn’t only exude power in his public life, although that is certainly one thing he was known for prior to January 2010. At home, the Farren household was troubled with fear and intimidation. Mary never thought Michael would go as far as it took to physically assault her. He lived a life about ethics. At first, the abuse was verbal and emotional. “I was careful never to not to trigger it,” Mary said when discussing the “rage” that Michael had (ABC News 2015). On January 6th, 2010, the physical assault peaked. Michael attacked Mary in their bedroom,
Domestic Violence cases are very hard to handle. Whether you are a police officer,EMT, or first responders, lawyers, judges, and etc. These types of situations can be dangerous for the victim and the law enforcement agent working the case. With the long hours, and endless pain and stress that goes into working these cases, the dedicated officials carry the weight with them daily. As a law enforcement agent, their job is to protect and serve. Through research and interviews, with professionals in this field. How comfortable would you be coming into a home where someone’s life is being threatened, and you have no idea what the abuser has in the home? Are you willing to risk your life or family’s life to defend the a stranger’s life?
Domestic abuse is a significant and threatening issue in the United States. Sadly, the rates of this shameful violence are increasing. This violence is not limited to the privacy of relationships and homes, it occurs everywhere and in all relationships. Football player, Ray Rice portrayed an act of domestic violence when he punched his wife and knocked her unconscious on February 15 of 2014. Women are heavily affected by this abuse and it’s the leading cause of injuries on women. According to crime reports (qtd. in “Domestic Violence”), one woman is beaten by her husband or partner every 15 seconds in the United States. Also, according to a report (qtd. in “Domestic Violence”), domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women between the ages of 15 and 44 in the United States, more than car accidents, muggings, and rapes combined. Domestic abuse is not simple, it has a historical context to it, it creates abusive cycles in relationships, and it links to economic statuses.
Failure by practitioners to observe such a vice empowers the abuser, and the victims may fail to ever get help. Statistics states that “Fifty-six percent of women who experience any partner violence are diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder. Twenty-nine percent of all women who attempt suicide are battered. Thirthy-seven percent of battered women have symptoms of depression, 46 percent have symptoms of anxiety disorder, and 45 percent experience post-traumatic stress disorder” (Saltzman, Johnson, & Goodwin, 2003).
Approximately four million women are hospitalized yearly on the account of domestic physical abuse by intimate male partners. There are several mishaps related to domestic violence including: miscarriages for physically abused expectant women, still births, paralysis, bruises, blindness, deafness. Sexual abuse often leads to unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted disease. Hospitalizations, prolonged treatment days for inpatients, increased traffic for emergency room visits including medical office visits. The mortality cases reported annually are also shocking with more than a thousand victims of domestic abuse losing their lives. Domestic violence is not only a private tragedy but another heightening social problem (Ripple
In the dysfunctional world of domestic violence, or intimate partner violence (IPV), one of the dominating factors that affects the victims is that of their safety and their financial security (Carey & Solomon, 2014) (Davies & Lyon, 2014). Victims of IPV are reluctant to seek assistance from the courts out of fear that their partner will lose their job, and be unable to offer financial provision (Carey & Solomon, 2014) ( Davies & Lyon, ). Consequently, victims must find compromise between the risk of physical abuse, or financial insecurity (Carey & Solomon,). Victims state that they will develop a tolerance for the abuse, as long as their partner keeps their job and their ability to provide for them (Carey & Solomon, 2014).
Domestic violence is a complex issue that plagues society regularly. Judicial systems all over the United States have attempted to create regulations to protect victims of domestic abuse. Furthermore, scattered scarcely throughout the United States are non-profit and small organizations which attempt to supplement the judicial protection with additional resources. Nevertheless, domestic abuse seems to be much bigger than any services these systems can maintain. Victims of domestic violence suffer with harmful issues even judicial and non-profit systems have yet to overcome and as society advances, even more issue seem to arise.
Ms. Brooks is a 14 year old female who presented to the ED via LEO after an altercation with family members. It should be noted Ms. Brooks can on a voluntary commitment. Before the assessment Officer InGold was contacted for information. Officer InGold reports he received a call for an altercation at American RoadHouse for a female who was screaming at her mother, which turned into a physical altercation. He reports Ms. Brooks was severally anger an expressed she wanted to kill herself and that she has been wanting to do so for a while. At the time of the assessment Ms. Brooks reporting having a history of child abuse witnessing domestic violence by her father. She reports a history of depression and anxiety. Ms. Brooks currently denies suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation and having any visual or auditory hallucinations. Ms. Brooks does not appear to be exhibiting signs of agitation, aggression, or responding to internal stimuli. Ms. Brooks
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is historically referred to as domestic violence. It describes a pattern of coercive and assaultive behavior that may include psychological abuse, progressive isolation, sexual assault, physical injury, stalking, intimidation, deprivation, and reproductive coercion among partners (The Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF), 1999). IPV leads to lifelong consequences such as lasting physical impairment, emotional trauma, chronic health problems, and even death. It is an issue effecting individuals in every community, regardless of age, economic status, race, religion, nationality or educational background. Eighty-five percent of domestic violence victims are women (Bureau of Justice Statistics, 2003). More than one in three women in the United States have experienced rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime (The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 2012). Thirty to sixty percent of perpetrators tend to also abuse children in the household (Edelson, 1999). Witnessing violence between parents or caretakers is considered the strongest risk factor of transmitting violent behavior from one generation to the next (Break the Cycle, 2006).
For example, the article written by Kress, Protivnak, and Sanlak (2008), suggest that 34 percent of females suffer from domestic violence at some point in their life. In these domestic violence situations 30-55 percent of female deaths are committed by intimate partners. According to Kress et. al., (2008), suggest that approximately 3.3 million children observed domestic violence situations inside of their home. According to the same authors numerous of these children have experienced long term effects. When individuals are suffering from domestic violence situations they could experience the following consequences mental health disorders, such as “depression, anxiety, and suicide” (Kress et. al., 2008 pg. 200). Kress et. al., (2008), suggest that individuals that suffer from domestic violence can suffer from other mental health disorders like “PTSD, depression symptoms, anxiety, psychosomatic complaints, substance abuse, and lowered self-esteem” (pg.
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Thesis: In my paper, I will be examining the different types, possible causes, and effects of Intimate Partner Violence, and what treatments or programs are available to combat this growing problem in America. Regardless of differing approaches to fight it, statistics show that women all across the world suffer from the effects of domestic violence at a similar rate independent of class, race, or religion.
The complainant reporter she has concerns regarding her safety due to her ex-husband past domestic violence history and most recent stalking. The complainant had moved out of Florida state for her safety and to pursue a new life. The ex-husband obtained information of her new residence and workplace. He has placed images of the workplace on instagram with indications he will get to her.
In todays society violence is playing a major role in our everyday life. Not in a positive way but in a way that is harming many citizens in the United States. Most recently there was a shooting outside of McDonalds in the Woodlawn community leaving a black male and caucasian female severely wounded. There are many different forms of violence but Domestic Violence is what we are leaning towrds because it is very different from other types of violence. Domestic violence is violent behavior in homes that is the abuse of your spouse. Domestic violence in couples in Kenya are most the times unreported because it is a way to discipline your spouse which differs from the United States, where it is a crime and could lead to serious jail time. Domestic Violence in married couples is very common. Domestic violence is happening in married homes because of low self esteem, stress, and lack of trust in the household and relationships.