ABSTRACT
This chapter introduces the three different theoretical frameworks for studying family violence. Each will be reviewed and critiqued on both its strengths and its weaknesses. Additionally, the chapter covers the key figures associated with each theory and provides examples of their contributions to the field. Objectives
To introduce the primary theories that are used to study family violence
To provide an assessment of each theoretical framework, highlighting both its pros and its cons
To identify the scholars who have developed each theory
