Assignment task: This discussion we are exploring Sexual, Intimate Partner and Family violence
After having reviewed the material for this week, address the following:
1. Referencing the documentaries, Domestic Violence and Wrestling with Manhood:
- In general, how might the Process/Reaction framework be applied to explain domestic/ family/intimate partner violence?
- What specific Process/Reaction theory best applies? Make certain to illustrate that you can identify the key elements of the theory as it applies to the documentary
2. Expand your thinking to apply the Process/Reaction theory you have chosen, but do so with a critical twist. Draw upon one of the critical theories presented in this week's lecture. Example:
- if you chose Labeling theory, and you think Conflict theory applies to Domestic Violence including ideas from Wrestling with Manhood, then write how a conflict theorist would apply the labeling theory.
- Make certain to illustrate that you can identify the key elements of the critical theory as it applies to the documentary, and support with evidence from the film
3. Additionally, did the victim's behavior play any role in the violence? Support your answer.