SOC 3332 - Family Violence

3 Credit Hour(s)

A course to provide students with an in-depth study of the problems of violence in families including spouse abuse, child abuse, elder abuse, and the dynamics and dangers of violent relationships. The study will examine the root causes of family violence and the devastating, multi-generational effects of violence on its victims and society. Students will study current societal responses to family violence including protection services, treatment programs, legal defense strategies, and current legislation.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 2275