Silence Hurts
Alcohol Abuse and Violence Against Women
Module Descriptions
Module 1 - Introduction to the Issues
An introduction of alcohol abuse and violence against women is explored and discussed.
Module 2 - Understanding Alcohol Abuse
This material covers addiction and alcoholism, the behaviors associated with it, as well as diagnostic criteria.
Module 3 - Understanding Violence Against Women
This module begins by clarifying the definitions of the various types of violence against women (e.g., rape, domestic violence). It also highlights the types and methods of abuse, myths, medical and psychological effects of violence, and problems during pregnancy.
Module 4 - Alcohol and Domestic Violence
The material highlights the links between alcohol and domestic violence, theories regarding the intersection of alcohol and violence, and their effects on children and teenagers.
Module 5 - Alcohol, Sexual Assault, and Rape
Terms relating to sexual assault and rape are defined, and prevention strategies are presented.
Module 6 - Prevention and Early Intervention
This module describes various prevention and education techniques. The module also includes a slide show with an overview of prevention.
Module 7 - Screening and Assessment
The module covers screening for domestic violence, sexual assault, battering, and alcohol abuse.
Module 8 - Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosis and treatment, especially for substance abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence, often involve co-morbid diagnoses of depression, anxiety, and other affective and mood disorders. This module discusses treatment modalities within the treatment fields of substance abuse and violence against women.
Module 9 - Legal and Ethical Issues
Legal and ethical issues are discussed in relation to alcohol addiction, domestic violence and sexual assault.








