homelessness and intimate partner violence

DQ-Wk. 3

1. What is the connection between homelessness and intimate partner violence? How does this aspect need to be addressed?

2. What are some issues surrounding LGBTQ and intimate partner violence?

3. In your estimation, is it a good idea to have Domestic Violence courts? Why or why not? What are the potential drawbacks to such a court?

4. Also known as restraining orders, civil protection orders are a well-known tool in the fight against domestic violence. Do they work? If not, what needs to be done to make them better?

5. Analyze the primary issues and changing dynamics associated with intimate partner abuse and violence.

6. Describe the different types of intimate partner violence and abuse?

7. Analyze male victims of intimate partner abuse? Are male victims of partner abuse considered taboo?

8. Does homophobia interfere with the resources available through criminal justice intervention for victims of the LGBTQ community?