DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
by Shaneeka Maxwell
1. Society & Culture
1.1. OPPRESSION
1.1.1. Sexism
1.1.2. Lack of victim advocacy and information
1.1.2.1. Lack of social resources
1.1.2.1.1. No support system
1.1.2.1.2. Immigrant
1.1.2.1.3. Little to no education
1.2. Stigma
2. POWER/CONTROL
2.1. ONE INCOME HOUSEHOLD
2.1.1. Financially dependent
2.2. VIOLENCE
2.2.1. Emotional Abuse
2.2.1.1. Manipulation
2.2.1.1.1. Denying & Blaming
2.2.1.1.2. Guilt & Shame
2.2.1.1.3. Apologies & Promises
2.2.1.1.4. Threats involving children being taken away
2.2.2. Physical abuse
2.2.2.1. FEAR
2.2.2.1.1. Self-Blame
2.2.2.1.2. Isolation
2.2.2.1.3. Stalking
2.2.3. Verbal abuse
2.2.3.1. Threats/Intimidation
2.2.3.2. Belittling
2.2.3.3. Humiliation
3. Health Issues
3.1. Depression
3.1.1. Low self-esteem
3.2. Anxiety
3.2.1. Stress
3.2.2. Worry