Family Violence Issues

FVI2001Introduction to Family Violence Issues (Cross-Listed: SOCI 2001)3 ch

Introduction to current theories, research and practice in family violence issues. Topics will include: themes of violence; dynamics of violence; gender relations; attitudes, myths, and realities surrounding family violence; public versus private nature of family violence. Research from various perspectives will be evaluated. Students get credit for either FVI 2001 or SOCI 2001.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Certificate Program or permission of the instructor.