Emilio and Ramona have been in a relationship for four years. During most of the time they have been together they have had arguments that escalate to physical violence, mostly against Ramona, as Emilio tries to control much of her life. During the last year the fights have gotten more severe and there have been a few serious injuries to Ramona as a result of this violence. Emilio belittles Ramona and threatens to hurt her if she dares to leave him. This situation illustrates which of the four principle patterns of violence?

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Marques Harper

Social Studies

6 October, 05:03

Emilio and Ramona have been in a relationship for four years. During most of the time they have been together they have had arguments that escalate to physical violence, mostly against Ramona, as Emilio tries to control much of her life. During the last year the fights have gotten more severe and there have been a few serious injuries to Ramona as a result of this violence. Emilio belittles Ramona and threatens to hurt her if she dares to leave him. This situation illustrates which of the four principle patterns of violence?

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Maxim Burton · Answer 1

Intimate terrorism

Explanation:

Intimate terrorism strong, and controlling type of partner violence, where the violence is usually from one party and ranges from physical abuse to verbal abuse. In this case Ramona is the victim and Emilio is using Power and control on her. Emilio uses severe violence and controls on Ramona in various ways. He belittles and threatens her because he wants to dictate how she lives her life.