Domestic Violence: Action for ChangeDomestic violence, one of the most common crimes in the United Kingdom, is given an in-depth look in this newly revised handbook. What domestic violence is and why it occurs is discussed, along with details on safe housing options and social services available to women survivors and their children. This newly revised edition incorporates information on increasing government involvement, the importance of partnership between voluntary and statutory agencies, and the continued need for community-based advocacy and support. Up-to-date information on recent laws and policy initiatives is included. |
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Page 9
... example , men often force women to have sex with them after violent episodes . Rape may be an integral part of a physical attack . Pornography may be used in sadistic , violent ways . Domestic violence activists and refuge workers ...
... example , men often force women to have sex with them after violent episodes . Rape may be an integral part of a physical attack . Pornography may be used in sadistic , violent ways . Domestic violence activists and refuge workers ...
Page 24
... example , that it may be more covert , less easily visible and more psychological in nature . However , these provisos have a scent about them of class stereotyping . Put simply , what they are saying is that middle - class men know how ...
... example , that it may be more covert , less easily visible and more psychological in nature . However , these provisos have a scent about them of class stereotyping . Put simply , what they are saying is that middle - class men know how ...
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... example , have mounted local actions on behalf of women murdered by their husbands . Due to their position as both a local and a national political organization , some of the most publicized of these campaigns have been conducted by ...
... example , have mounted local actions on behalf of women murdered by their husbands . Due to their position as both a local and a national political organization , some of the most publicized of these campaigns have been conducted by ...
Contents
Refuges and the movement against domestic violence | 29 |
Why does it happen? Attitudes and explanations | 49 |
crime prevention | 60 |
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