family, conflict, and violence Flashcards
what is violence?
An act intended to ohsyically harm another person
What is abuse?
A situation in which a person takes advantage of a less powerful person.
What are the costs of family violence?
healthcare: Family violence results in physical injuries, menatl health issues, and other health problems requiring medical attention
justice system: Responding to family violence incidents involves police, courts, and correctional facilities
Employers and buisnesses: Victims of family violence may experience decreased productivity, absenteeism, and job loss
Social and community services: Supporting victims of family violence requires social workers, counselors, ect.
What impact does violence have on young victims?
Physical injury
Delayed growth and development
emotional and mental health issues
alcohol and drug use
other risky behaviours
Wat percentage of youth victims oof reporyted violence are victimized by a family member
1 in 3
What is domestic violence
Intimate partner violence
What is toxic masculinity?
A need for men to always feel in control