The social dynamics of family violence
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The social dynamics of family violence
Westview Press, c2012
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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This compelling text explores family violence throughout the life course, from child abuse and neglect to intimate partner violence and elder abuse. Paying special attention to the social character and institutional causes of family violence, Hattery and Smith ask students to consider how social inequality, especially gender inequality, contributes to tensions and explosive tendencies in family settings. Students learn about individual preventative measures and are also invited to question the justice of our current social structure, with implications for social policy and reorganization.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 Social Dynamics of Family Violence: Setting the Stage CHAPTER 2 Historical Perspectives on Family Violence CHAPTER 3 Theories for Studying Family Violence CHAPTER 4 Methods for Studying Family Violence CHAPTER 5 Abuse Across the Life Course: Elder Abuse CHAPTER 6 Abuse Across the Life Course: Child Abuse CHAPTER 7 Outcomes of Child Abuse: Increased Risk for Experiencing Violence in Adulthood CHAPTER 8 The Economy and Intimate Partner Violence CHAPTER 9 Cultural Factors and Intimate Partner Violence CHAPTER 10 Religion and Family Violence CHAPTER 11 Violence in Same-Sex Couple Families CHAPTER 12 Prevention and Avoidance: The Early Warning Signs CHAPTER 13 The Response to Family Violence: The Criminal Justice System and the Social Welfare System CHAPTER 14 Where Do We Go from Here?
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