Abstract -- Background -- Incidence of Spouse Abuse. The Straus et al. Studies ; Husband-to-Wife Violence ; Wife-to-Husband Violence ; The Kentucky Survey ; The National Crime Survey -- Federal Programs to Address Spouse Abuse. Federal Programs Specific to Spouse Abuse ; Other Federal Programs that May Support Services to Abused Spouses.
In recent years, spouse abuse has received increased public and congressional attention. Although there are varying estimates on the number of abused spouses, many observers suggest that the problem is widespread. Many States and the Federal Government have responded to the problem by providing some form of assistance to victims. This paper presents a brief discussion of the issues relating to spouse abuse, its incidence, and Federal programs that may provide services to victims.
Susan Schillmoeller, Technical Information Specialist, Under the Guidance of Sharon Stephan, Specialist in Social Legislation, Education and Public Welfare Division
CRS 86-1035 EPW
"December 10, 1986"
SuDoc # LC 14. 18/3
