wenwe4
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I am having trouble putting the whole Power & Control issues into perspective for Dr. Geffner's theory.
While I do agree that domestic violence is a pattern of behavior in which the abuse increases in frequency and severity - it also is foundational upon the abuser having power and control over the victim.
Jodi had moved.
They were not dating.
They were not pursuing a long-term relationship.
He did not have financial power, he did not isolate her (they had many of the same friends and could be with or speak to whomever she pleased),
He did not hold her hostage (she moved there and moved away without reprocussions)
He gave her a car - he didn't keep her from having one
He loaned her money
The issues of power and control are missing in this scenario (IMO)
While Travis did have size over Jodi . . . in the end that turned out not to be a factor. She was able to murder him 3 times over in or around under 3 minutes flat.
While I do agree that domestic violence is a pattern of behavior in which the abuse increases in frequency and severity - it also is foundational upon the abuser having power and control over the victim.
Jodi had moved.
They were not dating.
They were not pursuing a long-term relationship.
He did not have financial power, he did not isolate her (they had many of the same friends and could be with or speak to whomever she pleased),
He did not hold her hostage (she moved there and moved away without reprocussions)
He gave her a car - he didn't keep her from having one
He loaned her money
The issues of power and control are missing in this scenario (IMO)
While Travis did have size over Jodi . . . in the end that turned out not to be a factor. She was able to murder him 3 times over in or around under 3 minutes flat.