Which of the following has been successfully used to combat abuse and stalking? (Select all that apply.)
a. Encouraging victims to stand up for themselves and gain self-confidence
b. Concentrating on the offender, with mandatory arrests at the first episode
c. Encouraging men to teach nonviolence to the next generation of boys
d. Improving supportive services for abused spouses, such as transitional housing
e. Educating families about separation until the abuse is resolved
f. Training professionals to recognize and intervene in abusive situations
ANS: B, C, D, F
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