Which of the following does NOT explain why victims stay with their abuser?

a. The abused fears his/her abuser.
b. The battered woman is essentially a hostage.
c. The abused woman develops unhealthy attachments to claims of remorse and affection.
d. The victim could face legal charges if he/she leaves.


d. The victim could face legal charges if he/she leaves.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Laws that addressed child maltreatment did not exist until 1945. 2. The NCANDS and NIS-4 both show that over a million children are maltreated per year. 3. Most child deaths are from abuse and not neglect. 4. Abused children are more likely to be delinquent than those who were not abused in childhood. 5. Most child maltreatment cases reported to Child Protective Services were reporting neglect.

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Gangs have a strong appeal for many children who live in communities where gangs thrive

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Some proponents of the crime control model of criminal justice go as far as to argue that it is time to abolish the juvenile court altogether

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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