Correlation between African American women and domestic violence in the mid to late1900s. How did this affect their marriages and parenting?
Sample Solution
The correlation between African American women and domestic violence in the mid to late 1900s was a complex one. During this period, racial discrimination, poverty, limited access to resources, educational disparities and other social issues often resulted in higher rates of domestic violence among African American families. Black women were more likely to face physical abuse than any other group at the time; however due to stigma, they were less likely to seek help or report incidents. As a result of this violence, many marriages within the African American community suffered as tensions and mistrust mounted between spouses. The prevalence of domestic violence also had an impact on parenting: children exposed to domestic violence are more likely to suffer from emotional distress, exhibit aggressive behavior towards peers and display anti-social tendencies.