Category: Domestic Violence

Today, at this very moment, we are living in a world plagued with domestic violence. We are living in a world in which people are scared of being physically, sexually, or emotionally abused by someone they love; their partner, or any other member of their family. Our concern for gender violence has been ignited from…

In the novel Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie the main character Kambili and her family goes through the motions of domestic violence. Domestic violence is a very serious issue that people have to go through everyday, according to statistics Nearly 1 million women experience at least one incident of domestic abuse each year (Starmer)…

How many cases of domestic violence do you think are reported each year? About 13 million, with many who have gone unnoticed! I am completely convinced that there should be no domestic violence in our society. We cannot allow women and men who are suffering from violence to be unheard of. The only way to…

Why I chose to read this: I recently attended a domestic violence incident, where the patient had been the victim of mental and social abuse. I was completely misled by the partner, who appeared to be the person struggling to cope with the patient’s behavior and mood swings, however, this was not the case and…

After examining previous research in the field of domestic violence abuse and social scrutiny, there has been interest in the cultural and social consequences, of the views and opinions people have over the topic of abuse within a relationship (Citizen Advice, 2015). What is relatively noticeable from this information, is an apparent trend towards those…

Domestic Violence has affected and continues to affect the lives of many individuals, it is not only found among adults, children, and teenagers who are also victims of domestic violence or are the abuser in an abusive violent relationship. Domestic violence is an abusive relationship between individuals who abuse one another, aggressively, physically, sexually, financially,…

One box in you face just true you reach home late is a line from a song that was released by Vybz Kartel in 2018. In Jamaica, domestic violence is a very common form of abuse between persons who are in an intimate relationship, as a result, there are many negative effects that are associated…

Domestic violence is not just an issue in the United States, but it is a worldwide issue. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, this issue has remained a serious problem in the United States and the world (BJS). Domestic violence is a term to describe an abusive relationship between a family member and other…

Introduction: Empowerment theory and its application to domestic violence provide a valuable framework for understanding and addressing this pervasive social issue. This analytical essay explores the key concepts of empowerment theory and examines how it can contribute to the prevention and intervention strategies in cases of domestic violence. Understanding Empowerment Theory: Empowerment theory is rooted…

Introduction: Domestic violence is a pervasive problem that affects individuals across all socio-economic backgrounds, races, and genders. It is not merely a private matter, but a social justice issue that demands our attention and action. This persuasive essay will argue that domestic violence is indeed a social justice issue, highlighting the importance of recognizing it…