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Library Resources for CJ333

Unit 1: Discussion Topics

Use the resources on this page to answer the Unit 1 Discussion topics.

Topic 1: Domestic Violence Increase:

Do you think domestic violence is increasing, or is it just being reported more today than in the past?

Topic 2: Domestic Violence Unwanted Effects:

Based on the article you read “Intimate Partner Violence Among Women in Shimelba refugee camp, Northern Ethiopia,” respond to the following.

Domestic violence has unwanted effects on the physical and psychological well-being of women, which have been recognized globally as an important public health problem. What supporting statistical data from the article did you find interesting that addressed this issue? Explain why.

Crime Data Using Statista

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In the database, search for specific crime or search United States crime data in general. Keyword searches could be:

  • domestic violence "united states"
  • intimate partner violence "united states"

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