HSV 201 Family Violence

Spring Semester

This course is designed to allow students to investigate various forms of violence related to the family. We will focus on intimate violence, child abuse, sibling violence, elder abuse, and related topics. Three integrated themes will run throughout the course: 1) gaining knowledge about the causes and consequences of family violence; 2) understanding the social context of family violence; and 3) exploring, examining, and developing a personal philosophy about family violence and related issues. We will work together to develop an understanding of these problems and to generate ideas regarding specific policy for solutions. Prerequisite: HSV 100 or SOC 100

3 credit hours