This course builds upon research in the cultural theoretical perspectives of domestic and intimate partner violence at the micro-, exo-, meso-, and macrosystems levels. Student learning will be centered on the cognitive-affective- ecological conceptual framework. Students will explore the various forms of abusive behavior in families belonging to four major ethnic minority communities in the United States. Students will look at other areas of abuse and violence as they relate to religious practices, ecoonomic marginalization, and gender. Prerequisites: Junior Standing or Permission of Instructor. (F;S;SS)