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Behavior
Studies from University of Maryland yield new data on behavior
May 31st, 2008
"The stereotype of the strong, independent, and invulnerable African American woman may have implications in violent intimate partner relationships. More specifically, one behavioral manifestation of this stereotype is that African American women may be more likely to ''fight back'' in domestic violence situations," scientists writing in the journal Crime Law and Social Change report. "However, little is known about the consequences of these self-protective behaviors for African American women. To this end, this study will address whether forceful and nonforceful acts of resistance result in the desired effect of avoiding injury," wrote R. Wyckoff and colleagues,...
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2008-05-31)
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