EDAPT Interpersonal Violence Practice Exam

Protective factors reduce the likelihood of interpersonal violence, and a stable home life is a classic example. When home life is steady and supportive, children and adults receive consistent caregiving, clear boundaries, and models for resolving conflicts without aggression. This environment lowers chronic stress, supports emotional regulation, and connects people to help when problems arise, all of which diminish the chance that violence will occur in relationships.

In contrast, being an immigrant or refugee often comes with significant stressors such as trauma, discrimination, and financial strain, which can increase risk rather than decrease it. While education can be associated with protective effects, the most direct and consistently protective factor listed here is a stable home life. A history of abuse is a known risk factor, not a protective one, and thus does not decrease risk.