Wellness Test 5 & 6
The use of force to control and maintain power over another person in the home environment is
domestic violence
In a relationship, commitment means that
each partner intends to act over time in a way that perpetuates the well-being of the other
Which of the following is TRUE about marital rape
several states treat it as a lesser crime
Any form of unwanted sexual conduct
sexual assault
Pearl confides that, at a frat party, she was forced to have sex and did not consent; this is an example of
sexual assault
A woman often remains a victim of intimate partner violence because
she fears retaliation against herself or her children.
You are most likely to listen BEST when
you believe the speaker is saying something you can relate to.
Rape that involves a stranger is classified as
aggravated rape
The first hint that a relationship may be in trouble is often
change in communication
A healthy marriage contributes to reducing stress by
increasing financial stability and expanding support networks
Which of the following is TRUE about the term acquaintance rape
it has replaced the term date rape
Cultural beliefs that can be considered societal causes of violence include
objectifying women.
social capital
the collective value of all of the people in your social network and the likelihood of them providing social support
Which of the following is TRUE about appropriate self-disclosure
It involves sharing feelings and information as a means of getting to know a person.
A key defense against assault when you're outside alone is
stay aware of your surroundings
Greg and Kate always support each other's interests, hoping to ensure that the other will succeed. This BEST demonstrates that they are
advocates for each other
Research examining the relationship between substance abuse and violence indicates
alcohol consumption is a major factor in domestic violence at all levels
Children who have experienced sexual abuse are at increased risk for
anxiety disorders, depression, and suicide attempts
Which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person asa partner?
beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different
A tendency toward anger may be
both physiological and related to family background.
The definition of the term family
changes over time
An act that causes harm or potential harm to a child is
child abuse
By deciding that he didn't have time to vote in the last election, Derrick missed an opportunity to build
collective collectedness
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, which type of love combines commitment and intimacy?
companionate
In relationships, the process of resolving differences peacefully and creatively
conflict resolution
When romance lasts beyond the four-year mark, what natural opiates give partners a sense of security, peace, and calm
endorphins
Violence directed at others and based on prejudice and discrimination
ethnoviolence
Anthropologist Helen Fisher and other scientists have described attraction
feelings of elation and euphoria produced by neurochemicals.
A growing risk of violent incidents on college campuses has caused colleges to respond by
implementing new prevention and emergency response strategies
Assault, homicide, and suicide are all examples
intentional injuries
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, love involve
intimacy passion and commitment
Violence that occurs between two people in a current or former marriage or sexual or dating relationship is
intimate partner violence
Relationships characterized by behavioral interdependence, need fulfillment, emotional attachment, and emotional availability are
intimate relationships
All of the following are true about cohabitation EXCEPT that
it is a predictor for divorce
A factor commonly seen in women who become victims of intimate partner violence
low self esteem
The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges
made same-sex marriage legal in all fifty states.
Social support may BEST help reduce stress by
making challenges look less forbidding
Relational connectedness is MOST likely to be enhanced by
meeting a friend for lunch
A hormone referred to as a "cuddle chemical" that boosts feelings of satisfaction and attachment is
oxytocin
James lost his job and was unable to pay his rent. His frustration built to the point that he initiated a physical fight with a friend. James is displaying
reactive aggression
Which phase of the cycle of violence is called the "honeymoon period" because the batterer may act apologetic and promise to change
remorse/reconciliation
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, which type of love combines intimacy and passion
romantic
Jane is being harassed by a coworker. You should tell her
tell her boss
Violence against people or property that is rooted in political or social objectives and intended to intimidate is
terrorism
The World Health Organization defines violence as
the intentional use of physical force or power against oneself or another person or group
Which of the following is TRUE about being single in the United States?
the number of adults electing to remain single is increasing.
A likely reason that people may be meaner online than in person is
users cannot see the person with whom they are communicating.
The term terrorism is correctly applied to situations in which
violence is used to achieve political aims
Which of the following is TRUE about your family of origin?
It includes the people who were living in the house during your first years of life
Which of the following statements about campus violence is true
Almost 2 percent of college males report having been in a physically abusive relationship
Which of the following statements about marriage is TRUE?
Rates of smoking and alcohol abuse are lower in married couples.
What is a common reason that victims of elder abuse do not report it?
They are afraid that the abuser will retaliate by putting them in a nursing home or increasing the abuse
Which one of the following is characteristic of intimate relationships
They involve the need for fulfillment
Jeff and Dana have been married for two years. Their relationship involves exclusive sexual involvement with each other. This demonstrates
a monogamous relationship.
Family consists of
a network of people that provides support, security, and a sense of belonging.
Which phase of the cycle of violence includes physical acts intended to inflict pain
acute battering
Jealousy is more likely when
one partner fears that he or she is losing control over the other.
A common ploy used by rapists is to
pose as a police or authority figure
Breakdowns in the criminal justice system contribute to violence when
prisons are overcrowded and mental health services are inadequate
Which of the following requires institutions of higher education to collect and report data about sexual crimes on their campuses
Clery act