JORAS - Nigerian Journal of Religion and Society

The realization and actualization of national peace is a huge and demanding task; but its relevance cannot be underestimated. It is unrealistic to assume that national peace can be achieved without interfering in the crisis that rock the foundation of society, which is the family. Unstable homes cannot guarantee a peaceful country. Domestic Violence has been a social problem and it impedes the peace and serenity of the family. No doubt violence is an integral part of the human society, but managing it has been very challenging. This paper x-rays the problem of domestic violence in our society as seen in other climes, while also emphasizing the huge role guidance counselors have to play on both victims, and perpetrators to ameliorate its growth in Nigeria. In arriving at the conclusion of this work, the research analyses quantitative research materials available and implored a qualitative analysis to draw its conclusion.

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