… Family Violence … Family Violence … What is it? Family violence is a term that includes many types of abuse, mistreatment, or neglect. It can happen in family relationships, as well as to people who are dependent on their family members (such as a child, older adult, or dependent adult). Is Family Violence Happening in My Family? Have any of the following happened to … inviting, manipulating or forcing a child to engage in sexual activity or intercourse; rape, sodomy or exhibitionism; involving a child in prostitution or pornography. Neglect: Failing to provide what a child or dependent adult requires for …