Final Exam - domestic violence and intimate partner violence

1 in __ women and 1 in ___ men experience some for of domestic abuse in their lifetime

4, 10

why do people stay in abusive relationships

"learned hopefulness" - belief that the abuser will someday change

dependence on their partner

what kind of abuse is this:

Hitting, slapping, punching, shoving, or any use of physical force

physical

what kind of abuse is this:

Threats, insults, manipulation, constant criticism, isolation from friends/family, or withholding affection as punishment.

emotional/psychological

what kind of abuse is this:

Coercing or attempting to coerce any sexual contact without consent, including marital rape or demeaning sexual comments

sexual

what kind of abuse is this:

Controlling finances, withholding money or access to resources, sabotaging employment, or limiting the victim's ability to work

financial/economic

what kind of abuse is this:

Harassment or stalking via social media, tracking someone's location via apps, controlling phone or internet use

technological/cyber

what are some physical indicators of abuse

injuries with inconsistent explanations

recurrent GI problems

chronic pain syndrome

behavioral indicators of abuse

- patient reluctance to discuss certain topics or discomfort during exams

- frequent cancellation of appointments

- partner insisting on being present

what are some screening tools for abuse

HITS, WAST questionnaires

what does HITS stand for

hurt, insulted, threatened with harm, and screamed

what does WAST stand for

women abuse screening tool

why do most states not require mandatory reporting of domestic violence

- potential retaliation

- escalation of violence when someone tries to leave

- may take away from victim's autonomy and substantiate lack of control in their lives