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Physical violence
Index
1. Introduction of physical violence.
2. Types of physical violence
3. Causes of physical violence
4. Physical violence in some countries
5. How can we prevent physical violence?
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What is physical
violence?
Introduction
● Physical violence is any intentional act causing injury or trauma to another
person or by way of bodily contact.
● It often starts gradually, such as with a push or a slap, and then becomes
progressively worse over time which is always illegal.
● It basically involves a person using physical force, which causes, or could cause
harm.
● Physical abuse can have long lasting effects on the victim. It can lead to poor
physical or mental health later in life.
● The people who are abused are also more likely to develop depression, anxiety, or
eating disorders. The people may also misuse alcohol or drugs as a way to cope.
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Types of physical
violence
Types of physical violence
There are main 5 types of physical violence:
● Community violence- Community violence is exposure to intentional acts of interpersonal violence
committed in public areas by individuals who are not intimately related to the victim.
● Economic abuse- Economic violence is a type of violence committed by individuals or groups
preying on economically disadvantaged individuals.
● Sexual abuse- Sexual abuse is theact to traffic a person or act directed against a person's sexuality,
regardless of the relationship to the victim.
● Domestic violence- Domestic violence is violence committed by someone in the victim's domestic
[Link] term 'domestic violence' is used when there is a close relationship between the offender
and the victim.
● Child maltreatment- Child maltreatment constitutes all forms of child abuse including physical
abuse, emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect, negligent treatment and exploitation of
children, resulting in actual or potential harm to the child's health, survival, development or dignity
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Causes of physical
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violence
Major Causes Of Physical Violence
1. In most of the cases, the abusers may feel this need to control their partner because of
low self-esteem, extreme jealousy, difficulties in regulating anger and other strong
emotions, or when they feel inferior to the other partner in education and
socioeconomic background.
2. Children who witness or are the victims of violence may learn to believe that violence is
a reasonable way to resolve conflict between people. Boys who learn that women are
not to be valued or respected and who see violence directed against women are more
likely to abuse women when they grow up. Although women are most often the victim
of domestic violence, the gender roles can and are reversed sometimes.
3. Alcohol and drugs may contribute to violent behavior. A drunk or high person will be
less likely to control his or her violent impulses towards their partner, hence causing
physical violence.
4. Sometimes, Some people with very traditional beliefs may think they have the right to
control their partner, and that women aren’t equal to men. Others may have an
undiagnosed personality disorder or psychological disorder.
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Countries where
physical violence is
common.
Physical violence in some countries.
1. South Africa is said to have the highest statistics of gender-based violence in the world.
1. Latin America and the Caribbean,is the region followed after south Africa. Physical violence
against women is commenly seen in these countries.
2. Percentage of physcial violence in some countries: Barbados (30%), Canada (29%), Egypt
(34%), New Zealand (35%), Switzerland (21%), United States (33%).
● As per a report, in South Africa, the number of murders in South Africa due to physical
violence is increased by 303 from 21,022 in 2018/19 to 21,325 in 2019/20.
● According to the 2018 report, 87,000 were killed worldwide as a result of physical
violence and 58 percent of the victims were suffering from depression.
● Syrians became used to seeing children as victims of shelling, and armed clashes, or as
internally displaced and detainees. Thus, domestic and social violence against children
became a primary issue.
Physical Violence Rate
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How can we prevent
physical violence?
How can we prevent physical violence?
1. Settle arguments with words, fist or fight. Don't stand around and form an audience.
2. Learn safe routes for walking in the neighborhood, and know good places to seek help. Trust your feelings,
and if there's a sense of danger, get away fast.
3. Report any crimes or suspicious actions to the police, school authorities, and parents. Be willing to testify
if needed.
4. Don't open the door to anyone you and your parents don't know and trust.
5. Never go anywhere with someone you and your parents don't know and trust.
6. If someone tries to abuse you, say no, get away, and tell a trusted adult. Remember, it's not the victim's
fault.
7. Don't use alcohol and other drugs, and stay away from places and people associated with them.
8. Stick with friends who are also against violence and drugs, and stay away from known trouble spots.
