Domestic Violence in Serbia

Essay # 46277

European Studies
European Studies > Race, Class, Gender Issues (incl. Ethnic Minorities)
Women Studies

Explores the problem and causes of domestic violence in the Serbian culture.

1,900 words () | 21 sources | MLA | 2003 United Kingdom

Paper Summary:

This essay deals with the issue of domestic violence in Serbia and what makes the problem in Serbia unique. It describes the current and historical situation and provides details of research and figures. It looks at laws that concern domestic violence and groups that are concerned with the issue. Also examined are the attitudes toward domestic violence and some of its causes.

From the Paper:

"This essay will deal with the phenomenon of domestic violence (nb) in Serbia. It will set out to discover the extent of domestic violence. As well as providing explanations for attitudes towards domestic violence and whether there is a historical, political, or social context that is specific to Serbia. In recent years Serbia has been through four wars, and maybe because of this the issue of domestic violence is seen as unimportant. But there is a need for this topic to be dealt with, as there are many victims needing help."