AST 365 Intimate Family Violence: A Multicultural Perspective

Examines the scope and variety of violence in the family from an interdisciplinary perspective that includes: (a) a theoretical framework of economics, law, public policy, psychology, and sociology; (b) a cross-cultural understanding of family violence against girls and women; and (c) an exploration of the sociopolitical, legal, and cultural response to family violence. Discussion of the theories used to describe and research family violence that include: violence against women, children, intimate partners, and elderly family members.

Credits

4

Cross Listed Courses

SOCI 365, WGSS 365

Prerequisite

Required: WGSS 111, WGSS 125, WGSS 193, AST 101, SOCI 101, or Junior standing

Course Type

Honors