Domestic Violence Flashcards
What type of control do batterers try and gain from their partners?
Attempt to gain and maintain power and control by use of actual and assumed power
What type of abuse is used in domestic violence relationships?
Physical
Emotional
Sexual
To gain control over the person
What is the power and control model for abusers?
Seek actual power Assumed power Strategic and abusive tactics -seem minor -increase in severity -increase in frequency
What are the power and control tactics of DV?
Physical: pushing, weapons, hair pull
Sexual: unwanted sexual touching/sex
Physiological indicators: denial hysterical uncooperative no emotion
What is the power and control wheel in DV?
Center/core: power and control Using coercion and threats Using intimidation Using emotional abuse Using isolation Minimizing, denying and blaming Using children Using male privileges Using economic abuse
What is the cycle of violence?
Cycle A, relationship: tensions build- the explosion- loving and contrite
Cycle B, the perpetrator: the abuse- guilt and fear of reprisal- rationalization
What are key points to know about the batterer?
Violence is about control and power
Looking at victims b/o takes focus off abuser
Will blame victim
Victims b/o supports abusers b/o
Victim has no control
Abusers repeat their b/o in all intimate relationships
What are not considered excuses for DV?
Illness Genetics Etoh and drugs Out of control b/o Anger Stress Behavior
What are some reasons batterers abuse?
Society said it's ok It works It's a choice Control Learned b/o
What are victim advocate objectives?
Protect life
Prevent further injury
Provide information conduct safety plans
Explore options
What are some DV resources?
DV shelter DHS DA's advocates Adult and family services Law enforcement agencies AT&T language line Advocates Restraining orders
What are some mandatory arrest per ors 133.005?
Assault 1,2,3,4
Menacing
Strangulation
What are some factors that should NOT be considered when making an arrest for DV?
Relationship of parties Likelihood victim is cooperating w/ prosecutor Sexual orientation Race, age Profession Disability
What are the most commonly arrested DV crimes?
Assault II, IV ( misdemeanor)
Menacing
Assault IV (felony)
Harassment (not a mandatory arrest)
What are some full custody arrest- not mandatory arrest?
Murder Burglary Stalking Kidnap Rape
What steps should you do to determine the primary aggressor?
Make determination of primary aggressor and arrest that person
Avoid arresting both involved if possible
Dual arrest typically do not result in prosecution
What factors shall an officer make to determine who is the assailant?
The extent if the injuries inflicted or seriousness of threats creating fear of serous physical injury
The history of DV between involved parties
If any crime was committed in self defense
Potential for future assault
What are some common methods used to identify the alleged aggressor?
Compare evidence (visible/non visible) to statements Compare victim/witness statements Assess verbal non verbal communication Review DV history Physical size difference
What are some phrases to pay attention to when dealing with the abusers MO?
I’m the real victim here
I’m trying to keep the family together
Victims bruise easily
Victim has thin skin
What is the difference of choke and strangulation in DV?
Choke: windpipe is blocked by an object
Strangulation: obstructs normal breathing of a person
*don’t use the word choked
What are visual signs of strangulation?
Redness/abrasions/bruising
Patterns
Look at the chin
Scratch marks/scrapes
What are some symptoms to strangulation?
Pain to throat
Difficulty swallowing
Hoarseness
Loss of voice
What should you do if someone suffered strangulation?
Call medics ASAP
Could be possible brain damage from lack of oxygen
What are some questions to ask a victim of strangulation?
Describe or demonstrate how it occurred
Ask with one or two hands/object or forearm
Did tegu have difficulty breathing
