HLTH 1100 chapter 4
Which of the following is true about acquaintance rape?
It is a crime of opportunity, not necessarily a prearranged date.
Which of the following is true about marital rape?
Many states may treat marital rape as a lesser crime.
Which of the following is true about the cycle of violence?
This cycle explains why people stay in unhealthy or dangerous relationships.
The US Public Health Service defines violence as a chronic disease.
True
The most frequent abusers are a child's parents or family member.
True
A common ploy used by rapists is to
pose as a person of authority such as a police officer
Of the following, the least likely risk factor for gang involvement is
having high academic achievement.
Which of the following is true about domestic violence?
Homocide by a current or former intimate partner is the leading cause of death among pregnant women in the United States.
Which of the following is true about stalking?
It can occur over the internet.
Sexual harassment is carried out only by people who are in positions of power.
False
The media are to blame for the perpetuation of violence in our society.
False
Which of the following is true regarding homicides?
Homicides are the second leading cause of death for persons aged 15-24
Based on statistics about campus violence, students who are victims of rape
know the perpetrator
A situation that would be a predictor of domestic violence is
marital dissatisfaction
If a child is not provided with enough to eat and doesn't have proper clothes to wear, this is an example of
neglect
Breakdowns in the criminal justice system contribute to violence because
prisons are overcrowded and prisoners may be released early
Sexual penetration without the victim's consent constitutes
rape
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.
Social and culteral factors that increase the likelihood of violence include all of the following EXCEPT
social support
International terrorism occurs when
terrorist activities transcend national boundaries.
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 explains why an individual may engage in stalking behavior?
they lack social skills
Which of the following explains why individuals may engage in stalking behavior?
they lack social skills
Research examining the relationship between substance abuse and violence indicates
users of illegal drugs commit robberies and assaults more frequrently than nonusers
Which of the following would NOT be considered a hate crime?
Running a red light and hitting a pedestrian
A tendency toward anger may be
both physiologica and related to family background
A tendency toward anger may be
both physiological and related to family back ground
A woman often remains a victim of domestic violence because
her cultural or religious beliefs forbid divorce.
Assault, homicide, and suicide are examples of
intentional injuries
Which of the following is true about reactive aggression?
It is most often an emotional reaction to frustrating life experiences.
Domestic violence is very prevalent in the United States.
True
Children who have experienced sexual abuse are at increased risk for
anxiety disorders, depression, and suicide
Successful community strategies for preventing violence include all of the following EXCEPT
discouraging family planning programs
Successful community strategies for preventing violence include all of the following EXCEPT?
discouraging family planning programs
Social and cultural factors that increase the likelihood of violence include all of the following except
political views
James lost his job and was not able to make his rent. His frustration built up to the point that he initiated a physical fight with a friend. James is displaying
reactive aggression.