Abuse and violence baby Flashcards
T/F Aggressiveness is a learned behavior
TRUE
What are some characteristics of abuse?
- Non accidental
- Interpersonal or Intrapersonal
- Physical and physiological
What is the main problem with abuse?
The abused person generally does not receive the help they need after the abuse
Why is ‘work’ a social influencing factor of abuse? (how can someones job cause them to be abusive)
Work can demand a lot from a person and if they have an inability to cope they can start to become aggressive.
Where is violence more prevalent at.. High density populations or areas with not many people?
HIgh density populations
What are characteristics of an abuser?
- Usually someone who has been exposed to abusive behavior
- Low self esteem, they feel better about themselves when the have power over another person.
- Mental health problem
T/F An covert abuser will come right out and physically attack someone without hiding it.
FALSE. Covert abusers are verbally nice but will be manipulating and controlling.
Overt abusers come right out and physically attack someone.
What is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-9
A. Suicide
B. Motor Vehicle Accidents
C. Homicide
D. Gun violence
Personal Violence against oneself is..
A. Homicide
B. Suicide
C. Selfacide
D. I cant think of a D
What are reasons for adolescent suicide?
Unintended pregnancy or STD
What are precipitations factors to suicide?
Mental health problems/ Physical Health problems
Hitting, striking, shoving, kicking, and restraints are examples of…
Physical Abuse
Females can experience ____ months or years after being sexually abused.
Post traumatic stress disorder.
T/F Physical abuse is the inflection of mental or emotional anguish or distress on another person.
FALSE. Emotional/Psychological Abuse
T/F Emotional or Psychological abuse can consist of both verbal or non verbal acts.
True. Sleep deprivation is an example of non verbal psychological abuse.
