police deal with assault within marriage as swiftly, surely, and severely as an assault between strangers.
(4) Educating community members that if they are to see some form of domestic violence, they should interfere by being willing to contact appropriate authorities.
(5) Having community members take direct measures to reduce their vulnerability to violence in general, e.g. improving the physical security of their homes and taking personal defense classes. Such measures help people to feel more empowered should they find themselves in situations of domestic violence.
Prince (1981) also feels that community churches can be used to reduce the levels of domestic violence against females. The church, according to Prince (1981) can provide families with stimulation, a sense of worth and power, and feelings of closeness and intimacy.
Also, religions tend to teach non-violent means of resolving conflict, providing good role models and reinforcement for peaceful behavior. Prince feels that social agencie
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