Historically, in most cultures, domestic violence has been an
accepted fact of life. Only in recent years has it begun to be
viewed as a criminal problem, and in many societies, it is still
culturally acceptable. This informative reference resource allows
students to compare and contrast the ways in which domestic abuse
is viewed and handled by thirteen different representative
countries from around the world. Students are encouraged to think
critically to determine which cultures have been the most
successful in dealing with domestic abuse and which prevailing
techniques have been shared around the world to try to eliminate
this very serious problem.
The countries chosen represent vastly different geographic
regions and cultures. Each chapter describes how domestic violence
is perceived in a particular country and follows with information
on the incidence or extent of the problem in that country, as well
as specific programs and approaches that have been taken to prevent
and control it. This international perspective encourages students
to recognize the problem as a global one, providing greater insight
into the ways in which we can address it and find solutions to
prevent it worldwide.
General
Imprint: |
Greenwood Press
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Series: |
A World View of Social Issues |
Release date: |
December 2001 |
First published: |
September 2000 |
Editors: |
Randal W. Summers
• Allan M. Hoffman
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Dimensions: |
235 x 156 x 23mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
|
Pages: |
216 |
Edition: |
New |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-313-31164-2 |
Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
General
|
LSN: |
0-313-31164-1 |
Barcode: |
9780313311642 |
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