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The We Society
S7 Ep5: Tracking and stopping domestic abuse with Jane Monckton Smith
Feb 12, 2025
In this discussion, Professor Jane Monckton-Smith, a respected forensic criminologist and former police officer, delves into the deep-rooted patterns of domestic abuse. She emphasizes that domestic homicide is often mischaracterized as a crime of passion rather than a culmination of ongoing abuse. Throughout the conversation, she explores the dynamics of male entitlement and the societal factors that perpetuate violence against women. Jane also highlights her Homicide Timeline tool, crucial for law enforcement to identify risk patterns in abusive relationships.
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- Domestic abuse follows an identifiable pattern outlined in the Homicide Timeline, revealing how it escalates towards potential homicide.
- Cultural norms around gender roles and entitlement significantly contribute to domestic violence, necessitating systemic changes for effective prevention.
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The Pervasiveness of Domestic Abuse
Domestic violence remains a significant issue, with statistics indicating that approximately one in four women in modern Britain will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime. The Crime Survey of England and Wales highlights that around two women lose their lives to homicide every week, with many cases possibly going unreported due to hidden or staged homicides. Research estimates suggest that the true number could exceed ten women per week, emphasizing the urgent need for attention to this crisis. Such alarming figures illustrate the grave implications of domestic abuse and the necessity for systemic change to protect vulnerable individuals.
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