The cause of family violence is complex and multidimensional. Factors associated with family violence include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Stress
b. Peer pressure
c. Psychopathology
d. Learned family behavior
e. Wealth
A, C, D
The cause of family violence is complex and multidimensional. Stress, poverty, social isolation, psychopathology, and learned family behavior are all factors associated with violence.
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