PSYC39H3 Chapter 8: Family Violence
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Violence within the family: background issues: definitions. Incidence number of new cases identified or reported at a given time (usually a year: types of violence. Illegal or improper exploitation and/or use of funds or resources. Any kind of sexual behavior directed towards a child or unwanted sexual behavior directed toward an adult. Intentional or unintentional refusal/failure of caregiver to provide adequate care. Misusing power of attorney, tricking or threatening a person out of assets, cashing cheques without authorization, restricting access to bank accounts, using a person"s money for something it was not intended to be used for. Showing pornography, exposure of genitals, sexual harassment, exploitation through prostitution, sexual assault. Inadequate nutrition, clothing, personal care, or clean safe living environment; lack of access to medical care; poor supervision; or abandonment. Intimate partner violence occurs between intimate partners who are living. Women were more likely to call the police if they were injured or if a weapon was involved.
