Syrena has been a victim of intimate partner violence for six years and is currently seeking help from an agency that provides safe housing and attorneys. When her husband is contacted by police, he says it is a personal family issue, and they should stay out of it. Which explains why it is not a personal family issue?
A. Societal-based micro-issues shape gender expectations including acceptance of violence.
B. Gender issues are biological so women need to be protected and nurtured.
C. Cultural values and social institutions play a role.
D. Although it affects few families, it is not random and can be predicted based on numerous factors.
Answer: C
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