Intimate Partner Violence: A Complex and Pervasive Challenge
Words: 688 Pages: 2 6877Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a pervasive societal issue, encompassing an array of abusive behaviors such as physical, sexual, verbal, and psychological violence, as well as stalking, perpetrated by a current or former intimate partner. These behaviors form a pattern of aggression and coercion, manifesting through inflicted physical harm, psychological abuse, sexual assault, progressive isolation, intimidation, and threats. The aggressor seeks to establish control over their partner, driven by a desire to dominate within the relationship. This issue transcends gender, […]
