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Understanding Barriers To Leaving Abusive Military Relationships, Christina Lopez Gonzalez
Understanding Barriers To Leaving Abusive Military Relationships, Christina Lopez Gonzalez
Honors Undergraduate Theses
This research investigates intimate partner cyber abuse (IPCA), physical, sexual, and psychological intimate partner violence (IPV) in which the abuser is on active duty, reserve, or a veteran service member within the United States Armed Forces. Using an online survey, I gathered quantitative and qualitative data. I also presented a case study of a woman who experienced IPV within her relationship with a United States Armed Forces member. Specifically, I (1) explored the barriers that this victim encountered when seeking help or leaving the abusive relationship that may be unique to the military context, and (2) examined the context of …
“Stay Home, Save Lives": A Study On Covid-19 And Intimate Partner Violence, Grace E. Messina
“Stay Home, Save Lives": A Study On Covid-19 And Intimate Partner Violence, Grace E. Messina
Honors Undergraduate Theses
With the introduction of COVID-19, preliminary data suggests that the forms and frequency of abuse relating to intimate partner violence (IPV) have changed. Most of society was unaware of the arising silent pandemic which was happening to the individuals in abusive relationships who were being quarantined with their abuser. The IPV resources were extremely aware of this silent pandemic due to large numbers of individuals seeking emergency shelter. However, there was only a priority for public safety due to COVID-19 when in hindsight, there needed to be a balance of public safety as well as increased aid for the individuals …