Symbolic Interaction Theory And The Generational Theory Of Abuse

The generational theory of abuse states “that males and females that who either experience abuse or witness violence or both in their childhood are more likely to become involved in violent relationships when they become adults ”. “Symbolic interaction theory is based on a person’s view of himself or herself and his or her view of the world”. This theory implies how important it is and can answer the question of individuality. The view of the world perception of the symbolic interaction theory suggests that “one must make sense of others and behave according to that sense. The behavior is supporting the view of the world” . In the battering world, three theoretical approaches are present which includes 1) intra-individual or psychological
approach, 2) social psychological approach, and the 3) socio-cultural approach. The intra-individual or psychological approach determines the biological aspect of violence. The social psychological approach enlighten how the social learning theory is viewed in relation to violence. The socio-cultural approach recognizes the culture of violence. The intra-individual approach examines how a person responds to aggression and the characteristics displayed. The social psychological aspect shows how violence is taught throughout life and not through experiences. The social-cultural aspect acknowledges how violence is used as a way to get a “rise” out of someone and how violence influences the relationship and one’s masculinity is the key component in how someone is perceived to be violent through interactions.