Intersectionality Theory

Research about the reasons why domestic violence occurs within partnerships and families is still ongoing and continues to make strides for the prevention of such abuse. During the late 1960s and the early 1970s the concept and theories of Intersectionality began to emerge and come into the spotlight. Intersectionality is used to describe the connection between different social constructs, individual and relational ideologies, and structural aspects that contribute to oppression (Ramsay, 2014, p. 1771). Intersectionality is used to assess the relationship or intersection between various characteristics of a person such as race, class, and gender (Josephson, 2002, p. 86). Researchers use Intersectionality theory widely, in conjunction with the
403). Furthermore, these three factors are strenuous on families and could be a possible hindrance when trying to leave the abuse relationship. Especially with financial dependence, most victims of intimate partner violence are deprived of any money in their relationship, furthering their struggle to leave. By the same token, those who lack necessary social support or are isolated socially, experience higher risk of domestic violence in the Latino and African American cultures. When attempting or considering leaving a violent partner it is pertinent to have a solid support system that will assist in the process of ending the relationship (Hines, Malley-Morrison, & Dutton, 2013, p. 404). Those who lack this system are likely to experience greater difficulty. These factors, coupled with alcohol or substance abuse can create extremely unfavorable conditions under which a victim may attempt to leave their abuser (Hines, Malley-Morrison, & Dutton, 2013, p.