ICDVP Dynamics of Domestic Violence 2

Question 1

Which term describes the abuser's pattern of slowly eroding a victim's sense of reality to make them question their own perceptions?

Accepted Answer

Gaslighting

Answer

Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic where the abuser causes the victim to doubt their own memory, perception, and sanity.

Question 2

A victim returns to an abusive partner an average of how many times before leaving permanently?

Accepted Answer

7 times

Answer

Research indicates that on average a victim attempts to leave an abusive relationship approximately seven times before making a final departure.

Question 3

Which phase of the cycle of violence is characterized by the abuser minimizing the abuse, apologizing, or showering the victim with affection and gifts?

Accepted Answer

Reconciliation/honeymoon phase

Answer

The reconciliation or honeymoon phase follows the acute explosion and involves the abuser expressing remorse, making promises, and displaying loving behavior.

Question 4

Economic abuse as a form of domestic violence most directly aims to:

Accepted Answer

Control the victim's ability to acquire, use, or maintain financial resources

Answer

Economic abuse involves controlling a victim's access to money and financial resources, creating dependency and limiting their ability to leave.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'coercive control' in a domestic violence context?

Accepted Answer

A pattern of behavior designed to dominate, isolate, and deprive a victim of liberty

Answer

Coercive control refers to an ongoing pattern of domination that strips away a victim's autonomy through intimidation, isolation, and deprivation.

(ICDVP) Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals Practice Test

(ICDVP) Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals Practice Test

ICDVP Dynamics of Domestic Violence 2