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Perception of men in Family Domestic Violence Custody Cases.
Thesis
I believe that men should be given the same objectivity as women are given in domestic violence cases, especially in decisions about child custody.
A domestic violence case was just reported in family court, if you had to choose between the male (father) or female (mother) who would it be?
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You probably thought it was the male. Why is this the case?
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It is not uncommon to assume the aggressor to be the male. But it's important to understand why we have this perception.
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The reason you probably thought the male was the aggressor is because 77% of domestic violence acts.
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Male victimization is a new field field of research in domestic violence. This has become a controversial issue for some.
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That is because it does not fit the narrative that only females can be victims of domestic violence.
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With the escalating numbers of divorces due to domestic violence, it's important that the issue of family health be considered.
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Females are more frequently considered to be victims of domestic violence by the culture and media.
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The statistics support these claims, but it is changing and becoming more controversial because of the "best interest of the child ruling"
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This means that children are getting a voice in the final custody decision.
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Child custody, child support and visitation are determined based upon the best interests of the child.
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This helps both parents and their children spend time together.
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This new legal language supports a more unbiased decision regarding issues surrounding child care.
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This is a relevant ruling because "At least three million children witness acts of domestic violence annually."
Men only get majority custody around 8% and females around 88%. With equal custody being 2-6%
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We have given an incorrect social dimension to domestic violence. With more understanding we will get a better idea of how to handle this issue.
The role the father has in a child's life is essential.
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In daughters especially it can improve their outlook on men for the rest of their life.
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This can be a help to the issue as a whole to bring more people together.
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