Hlth 1100 Ch . 4
Which of the following is true about stalking?
It can occur online.
The media are to blame for the perpetuation of violence in our society.
False
Of the following, the least likely risk factor for gang involvement is
Having high academic achievement.
James lost his job and was not able to pay his rent. His frustration built up to the point that he initiated a physical fight with a friend. James is displaying
Reactive Aggression.
Research examining the relationship between substance abuse and violence indicates
Alcohol consumption is a major factor in domestic violence at all levels.
The US Public Health Service categorizes injuries resulting from violence as either intentional or unintentional injuries
True
Children who have experienced sexual abuse are at increased risk for
Anxiety disorders, depression, and suicide.
A tendency toward anger may be
Both physiological and related to family background
Sexual harassment is carried out only by people who are in positions of power.
False
Which of the following is true about acquaintance rape?
It only occurs when the victim has known the perpetrator for a length of time.
The vast majority of stalkers are
Known to their victims
Which of the following is true about marital rape?
Many states may treat marital rape as a lesser crime.
A situation that would be a predictor of domestic violence is
Marital dissatisfaction
Your friend confides in you that her coworker is always making sexually explicit comments to her and telling lewd jokes about sex. You explain to her that this is
Sexual Harassment
Violence can be defined as
The intentional use of physical force or power against oneself or another person or group.
All of the following are common characteristics of child abusers EXCEPT
They have a healthy self-image
Which of the following is true about the cycle of violence?
This cycle explains why people stay in unhealthy or dangerous relationships.
In most cases, the perpetrators of child abuse are members of the child's family.
True
Successful community strategies for preventing violence include all of the following except
Discouraging family planning programs.
Breakdown in the criminal justice system is considered a societal cause of violence because
Prisons are overcrowded and prisoners may be released early.
The term terrorism is correctly applied to situations in which
Violence is used to achieve political aims.
Which of the following is true regarding homicides?
Homicides are the second leading cause of death for persons aged 15-24
Which of the following is true about reactive aggression?
It is most often an emotional reaction to frustrating life experiences.
If a child is not provided with enough to eat and doesn't have proper clothes to wear, this is an example of
Neglect
A common ploy used by rapists is to
Pose as a police officer or other authority figure.
Sexual penetration without the victim's consent constitutes
Rape
Which of the following would NOT be considered a hate crime?
Running a red light and hitting a pedestrian
A woman often remains a victim of domestic violence because
She fears retaliation against herself or her children
Social and cultural factors that increase the likelihood of violence include all of the following EXCEPT
Social Support
Domestic violence is very common in the United States.
True