Violence
Violence
Violence (pronounced: /ˈvaɪələns/) is the use of physical force so as to injure, abuse, damage, or destroy. It is a complex phenomenon that can take many forms, including physical, sexual, emotional, and structural violence.
Etymology
The term "violence" comes from the Latin word violentia, which means "vehemence, impetuosity". It is related to the Latin word violentus, which means "vehement, furious".
Types of Violence
There are several types of violence, including:
- Physical violence: This involves the use of physical force against another person, such as hitting, kicking, or beating them.
- Sexual violence: This involves sexual activity where consent is not obtained or freely given.
- Emotional violence: This involves behaviors that harm an individual's mental health or cause psychological harm.
- Structural violence: This involves social structures or social institutions that harm people by preventing them from meeting their basic needs.
Related Terms
- Aggression: This is a behavior that is intended to cause harm or injury to another person or damage to property.
- Abuse: This is the improper usage or treatment of an entity, often to unfairly or improperly gain benefit.
- Conflict: This is a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
- War: This is a state of armed conflict between different countries or different groups within a country.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Violence
- Wikipedia's article - Violence
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