Dynamics of Family Violence and Sexual Assault

Catalog description

Cross-listed as HSer 256 and WGSS 256 Promotes knowledge, skills, sensitivity, and self-care practices for engaging individuals and families affected by interpersonal violence. Examines historical, societal, and legal responses and resources. The content focuses on physical, emotional, and sexual victimization of vulnerable populations like children, elders and LGBTQ+. Addresses dating violence, human trafficking, and intimate partner violence. Examines current research on social, economic, cultural, family, and individual risk factors, perpetrator dynamics, effects of violence on vic- tims and survivors, and effective intervention and prevention strategies. Learners have an opportunity to explore their own values and feelings in relation to difficult subject matter.