Violence has been an issue since the dawn of time, and it shows no signs of going away any time soon. To help curb the violent crimes in your city, you must understand the causes of violence, as well as what symptoms manifest in people who are prone to violent behavior. To treat violence at its core and help bring about change, you must first understand what it looks like and how it occurs on the most basic level, which we will discuss in this blog.
What do we mean by Violence?
When you look at violent behavior as a whole, it becomes clear that there are many causes. For example, violence can stem from an individual’s personality traits. It can result from external factors such as being raised in a tough neighborhood or being subjected to abuse as a child. Violence can also occur when there is a lack of resources (e.g., mental health resources) in certain areas—or when laws are not enforced appropriately and violators are not punished for their crimes. If you want to understand why some people commit acts of violence while others do not, it’s important to know about all these potential causes. This post will explore what we know about each type of cause so that we can gain a better understanding of how to prevent acts of violence in our communities. We will discuss each cause separately, but keep in mind that they often work together—and they may have effects on one another.
Why Is There so Much Violence in Society?
What is violence? you might ask. Is it what we hear about on television news? What do we see in movies or video games? What do we see happening around us every day? According to a 2013 report by The World Health Organization (WHO), violence is the intentional use of physical force or power...against oneself, another person, or against a group or community...that results in or has a high likelihood of resulting in injury, death, psychological harm...or deprivation.
Types of Violence?
The causes of violence can be complex. No single
alone can explain why some people become violent. However, there are numerous risk factors for a person to become violent.
One way to look at violence is to categorize it based on its source. One diagnostic tool that classifies causes of violent behavior is The DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) used by mental health professionals in diagnosing mental disorders.
Stages of Violent Behaviour
When a person becomes violent, they are moving through a series of stages that take them from thought to action. It is a fact that if you're in an abusive relationship or witness someone with violent tendencies becoming violent, sometimes it's critical to recognize what is happening so you can call for help.
Preventing Domestic Abuse (and other forms of abuse)
While there is no guaranteed way to prevent violence in any relationship, studies have found that men who participate in domestic abuse prevention programs are more likely to reduce their use of violence when compared with men who don’t participate. Women who receive support from friends and family are also less likely to experience further incidents of abuse. There is a strong link between alcohol abuse or addiction and domestic violence.
Contact us, if you need help.
If you think you need help after reading any of these symptoms, contact us. Our 24-hour helpline is available at 800-481-2423. Trained telephone counselors are available to talk with you about your concerns and discuss your treatment options in confidence. If it’s an emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest hospital.
Do you find yourself in any of these situations? If so, that’s a great sign that you might need therapy to help control your violent tendencies. Learn how here
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) identifies two types of violence in adults. The first is considered episodic or reactive, in which an individual responds aggressively to a provoking event. The second type is referred to as chronically violent or instrumental aggression in which individuals employ violent means to achieve their goals.
No comments:
Post a Comment
You can ask If you have any question?