ABSTRACT This research work was carried out to examine the consequences of domestic violence on the performance of school children. The research methodology utilizes descriptive statistics with simple numbers and percentages in the analysis and synthesizing of primary sources of data collected via questionnaire, as well as diverse literature on the area of study. However, the findings revealed that commitment by parents; caregivers and teachers in carrying out their responsibilities seem to be on
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THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS AND CONSEQUENCES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ON CHILDREN. Recent studies in the United States show that almost half of the children who had witnessed domestic violence or been physically assaulted , gets injured during these incidents. It can be defined as the misuse of power and an excessive act of control. It is possible that children get injured accidentally because they get caught in the violence which is usually directed at their mothers or they may be the victims of serious
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Domestic violence is described as, 'physical, psychological, sexual or financial violence that takes place within an intimate or family type relationship and forms a pattern of coercive and controlling behaviour. It may involve partners, ex-partners, household members or other relations' (Women's Aid Federation). Although it is typically happening to women, men also suffer from domestic violence. Some psychologists attribute it to psychological causes, however many sociologists would argue that it
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Runninghead: Domestic Violence Domestic Violence in African American Women Jennifer Rhoad The College of New Rochelle Abstract According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary definition, domestic violence is: "the inflicting of physical injury by one family or household member on another; also: a repeated or habitual pattern of such behavior." Domestic violence, also known as domestic abuse, spousal abuse, battering, family violence, and intimate partner violence (IPV), is broadly
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The History of Domestic Violence Antoinette Perkins SOC 490 Dr. Stephen Ulrich November 11, 2012 Although, there are many social science problem or topics issues that take place on a regular basis throughout the world in our everyday society, I have chosen to discuss factors impacting domestic violence where women are mainly the victims. Even though there are many social problems in the world that we deal with, domestic violence should be taken more
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ABSTRACT This research work was carried out to examine the consequences of domestic violence on the performance of school children. The research methodology utilizes descriptive statistics with simple numbers and percentages in the analysis and synthesizing of primary sources of data collected via questionnaire, as well as diverse literature on the area of study. However, the findings revealed that commitment by parents; caregivers and teachers in carrying out their responsibilities seem to be on
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Domestic violence is incredibly dangerous. This horrible crime not only affects the victims themselves but others around them. It can affect the victim's children because they are seeing their mother being beaten up in front of them, they are hearing shouting from another room, and a child may feel as though they have to join in on the fight to try and protect their parent. The child will grow up thinking it’s ok to be physically and mentally abused by someone who is meant to love them. Research
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Guilty Until Proven Innocent: False Allegations of Domestic Violence Brian Burwell 0481195 Tesc; Oct 2011 AOJ-102-OL009: Intro to Criminal Justice 609-367-4317 bluntreality@gmail.com
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personal values and expectations that are then performed and acted out unto others. If domestic violence is effectively viewed through the lens of an institutional framework in which we understand the pillars for which upholds it—regulative, normative, and cognitive structures—and the ways in which individual values and expectations influence policy and enforcement (and vice versa), then domestic violence policy and enforcement
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Domestic Violence Against Women This essay aims to discuss vulnerability as a concept in relation to domestic violence against women. The author will identify the purpose of the chosen service (Women’s Aids Federation) and how it supports in meeting the health needs of women experiencing domestic violence. It will also demonstrate how the service relates to relevant health and social care policy and critically examine the influence of rights, policy, and the law on service delivery. Furthermore
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