Violence against women is identified as an outcome of the social structure and ideology of gender domination, particularly related to reproduction, sexuality and nurturance. Feminist strategies to achieve liberation through the criminal justice system must take into account the limitations of its structure. (Author/JAC)

A review of current literature about the causes and prevention of violence against women is presented. The materials focus on the common theme of recognizing the victimization of women at all levels of society and include the following topics: (1) the history of violence and subordination of women, (2) sex role socialization, (3) sexism and the…

Domestic violence is the most frequent type of violent crime, thus children are likely to experience or witness violence at home. In this study, familial variables predictive of domestic violence were investigated. Data were collected from 64 intake forms at a battered women's shelter in the Mississippi Delta. Most clients were white and had…