Domestic Abuse Within Traditional Latino Culture: Religious, Economic, and Family Influences
Description
This paper introduces the causes and effects of domestic violence in a general sense, and further focuses on the specific consequences experienced by Latinos of traditional culture in regards to partner abuse. While it is unclear why rates of intimate partner violence are higher for Latinas, their cultural values associated with gender roles and spiritual beliefs are complicating factors that are further magnified by socioeconomic challenges many Latinas experience. This paper examines the interplay between Latino cultural values and intimate partner violence, and highlights the relevance of this knowledge to inform effective social work practice in the Latino community.
Date Created
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2013-05
Agent
- Author (aut): Bennett, Brittney Kay
- Thesis director: Bonifas, Robin
- Committee member: Parsai, Monica
- Committee member: Kennedy, Teri
- Contributor (ctb): Barrett, The Honors College
- Contributor (ctb): School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Contributor (ctb): School of Social Work