Characteristics Of Domestic Violence

Characteristics of Domestic ViolenceNameAcademic InstitutionCourse Number and NameInstructorDue DateCharacteristics of Domestic ViolenceThe characteristics that might lead a provider to suspect domestic violence or abuse can range from signs of visible injury to behavioral indicators, such as someone seeming anxious or nervous. According to Pereira et al. (2020), there are four common patterns among victims of abuse. The first is noticeable signs of isolation, especially among children and the elderly. While a nurse may not be able to observe isolation firsthand, there may be comments or indicators that the victim rarely leaves the home environment. For instance, it might become apparent that a child has missed a substantial amount of school. Second, the victim’s behavior around the abuser may be motivated by fear, which can often manifest as an attempt to constantly please the abuser (Pereira et al., 2020). For example, a victim might consistently agree with the abuser, or noticeably refuse to contradict the abuser in any way. The victim might make a statement, be corrected by the abuser, and then agree with the abuser’s interpretation of