03 Child Abuse Introduction to the theme Gelles and Strauss (1979‚ p. 15) assert that: "A person is more likely to be hit or killed in his or her home by another family member than anywhere else or by anyone else”. Why is there so much violence in modern man - or is it not a contemporary phenomenon? The term "family violence" refers to several types of violence‚ for example child abuse‚ incest‚ family murder‚ spouse abuse or battering. In this theme the focus will be on child abuse in particular
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Child Abuse General Purpose: To inform my audience about child abuse. Specific Purpose: After my speech my audience will understand the different forms of child abuse and how to prevent this to happen. Thesis (Central Idea): Child abuse can be a harmful situation but us as a community we can prevent this to keep happening. INTRODUCTION: Attention Getter: “Bruises fade but the pain last forever”. Orientation: Child abuse happens when an adult mistreats or neglects a child. Thesis (Central
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Effects of Verbal Abuse In many domestic relationships‚ there is a secret that is often not acknowledged by anyone beyond their home. Inside these relationships‚ one person may take on the more dominant role but some use the position of power to become abusive to their spouse. The most common form of abuse between married couples is verbal. The effects of verbal abuse among a family includes the abuser who is unseeing to their actions‚ their spouse that endures the abuse and their children whom
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formative assessment feedback form 1.1 & 1.2-Define the following types of abuse... physical abuse. signs of physical abuse are Fractures Burns Bed sores Fear Depression Unexplained weight loss Assault (can be intentional or reckless) Sexual abuse Loss of sleep Unexpected or unexplained change in behaviour Bruising Soreness around the genitals Torn‚ stained or bloody underwear A preoccupation with anything sexual Sexually transmitted diseases Pregnancy Rape – e.g. a male
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overseers frequently goaded these little children with whips and prods. Child Abuse is a growing issue in the United States‚ South America‚ Africa and Asia. In India one study reveals that approximately one-half of all children have been sexually abused. In Brazil 25% of all children are abused‚ according to one news report. Child Abuse also comes with consequences that produce life long scars. There are many types of child abuse that affects a person physically‚ emotionally‚ sexually‚ and mentally. The
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of research Drug abuse is a very prevalent and widespread problem in Trinidad and Tobago. It is the cause of many illegal activities in the country. This study is geared towards finding the causes and effects of drug abuse in teenagers in Rio Claro. The purpose of this study is to determine the causes and effects of drug abuse in Rio Claro. In this project the following research questions would be asked: 1. What is drug abuse? 2. What are the causes and effects of drug abuse? 3. What are
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The Causes of Alcohol Abuse The cause of alcohol abuse occurs when one becomes stressed‚ depressed‚ or peer pressured. Alcohol abuse is very common in today’s society. Most abusers are blinded to the fact that they are abusing. Abusers take a big risk with their lives when addicted to alcohol. Stress can lead to being an alcohol abuser; when people become stress‚ they tend to want an addiction to help them. Most people think alcohol is the key for relieving stress. One will want alcohol when
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Animal abuse is a a terrible problem that we should try to stop. It is unkind to animals and even worse‚ it can develop into violence toward people. More that 20 years of research has shown that violent abuse of animals leads to violence towards humans. Serial killers‚ child abusers‚ and people who commit domestic violence has usually stated out abusing animals. New research shows it may be caused by improper brain development of impulse control‚ anger‚ and empathy for others. Other cultures don’t
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INTRODUCTION Drug abuse is becoming a main problem in many countries. Billions of money is spent in preventing drug use‚ fighting drug-related crime and treating addicts. Drug abuse causes many problems for both communities and countries. The medical and psychological are one of the very obvious effect .The person who involves in drug abuse cannot function as normal members of society. They always neglect or abuse their families‚ and eventually require expensive treatment. As one of the G10 country
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Drug abuse has an effect on all aspects of life; overall health and wellness‚ family life‚ and the community. With there being so many different kinds of drugs the effects are endless. The effect of drug abuse does not discriminate or focus on any one person. Drug abuse can be found in any area of the world and the overall effects can be devastating to anyone involved. A person’s choice to use any kind of illegal drug or abusing prescribed medicines can have a damaging impact on their overall health
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