Includes bibliographical references (p. 131-132) and index.
Contents:
The abuse of women: a worldwide issue -- Spouse and partner abuse: who, what, and when? -- The cause of wife abuse -- The effects of abuse: why does she stay? -- Rape and sexual harassment around the world -- Treatment for male batterers -- The response of law enforcement to violence and abuse -- Domestic violence: the laws and the courts -- When women kill their partners --Intimate partner violence issues and attitudes.
Series:
Information series on current topics Information Plus reference series
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