The main aim of the study is to find out the negative effects of domestic violence among married couples and how it affects their childrens academic performance within Sabon Gari Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Chapter one entails the background of the study which has grounded out the negative effects of domestic violence generally in our society as a summary of literature review. The statement of the problem clearly states the research gap that is how domestic violence is negatively affecting performance, well defined purpose of the study research questions, delimitation and limitations of the study. Chapter two entails important findings briefly described from previous research studies. Chapter three presents the methodology used by the researcher which entails; research design, location of the study, target population, sampling techniques, research instruments, reliability and validity of the instruments.The sample design used by the researcher is both qualitative and quantitative because the tools used are both numeric and non numeric. The study however recommends the need for guidance and counseling therapy sessions in both school and community level. This will educate sensitize and rehabilitate each and every individual in the society. This would also help students to cope with the trauma associated with the violence. Also The helping professionals should take responsibility of reporting the suspected abuse to the child protection agency or police; this would reduce the rate of violence since law will be applied effectively to apprehend offenders typically counselors and school personnel should be required to report and be granted immunity from liability because they are presumed to be acting in good faith.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DEDICATION .................................................................................................................... iii

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ................................................................................................... iv ABSTRACT ......................................................................................................................... v

TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................... vi LIST OF TABLES ............................................................................................................... x

LIST OF FIGURES ............................................................................................................ xi CHAPTER ONE .................................................................................................................. 1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................ 1

1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 1

1.1 Background of the study ......................................................................................................... 1

1.2 Statement of the Problem ........................................................................................................ 3

1.3 Purpose of the Study .............................................................................................................. 3

1.4 Objectives of the Study .......................................................................................................... 3

1.5 Research questions ................................................................................................................. 4

1.6 Significance of the Study ....................................................................................................... 4

1.7 Delimitation of the Study ....................................................................................................... 4

1.8 The limitations of the Study ................................................................................................... 5

1.9 Basic Assumptions of the Study ............................................................................................. 5

1.10 The definitions of the Significant Terms Used In the Study ................................................ 6

1.11 Organization of the Study .................................................................................................... 6

CHAPTER TWO ................................................................................................................ 8

LITERATURE REVIEW .................................................................................................... 8

2.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 8

2.1 Domestic Violence .................................................................................................................... 8

2.2 Effects of Domestic Violence ................................................................................................. 10

2.3 Domestic Violence and School Drop Outs/ Truancy .............................................................. 12

2.4 Domestic Violence and Poor Academic Performance ............................................................ 13

2.5 Domestic Violence and Violent Behavior in Schools............................................................. 14

2.6 Domestic Violence and Concentration ................................................................................... 14

2.7 Recommendation .................................................................................................................... 15

2.7.1 Helping Children and Adolescents Exposed to Domestic Violence .............................. 15

2.8 Conclusion ........................................................................................................................... 16

CHAPTER THREE ........................................................................................................... 19

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY ....................................................................................... 19

3.0 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 19

3.1 The Research Design ............................................................................................................ 19

3.2 Targeted Population .............................................................................................................. 19

3.3 Sampling Procedure ............................................................................................................. 20

3.4 Data Collection Instruments ................................................................................................. 20

3.4.1 Validity of Research Instrument .................................................................................... 21

3.4.2 Reliability of Research Instrument ................................................................................. 21

3.5 Data Collection Procedure ................................................................................................... 21

3.6 Methods of Data Analysis ..................................................................................................... 22

3.6.1 Coding of Data ............................................................................................................... 22

3.6.2 Tabulation of Data .......................................................................................................... 22

3.6.3 Interpretation of Data ................................................................................................... 22

3.6.4 Editing of Data ................................................................................................................. 23 CHAPTER FOUR ........................................................................................................... 24

DATA ANALYSIS, PRESENTATION AND INTERPRATATION .................................. 24

4.0 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 24

4.1 Quantitative Analysis ........................................................................................................... 24

4.1.1 Age of Respondents ....................................................................................................... 24

4.1.2 Truancy and domestic violence ...................................................................................... 25

4.1.3 Domestic Violence and School Drop Out ...................................................................... 26

4.1.4 Domestic Violence and Poor Concentration .................................................................. 26

4.1.5 Domestic Violence and Violent Behavior ...................................................................... 27

4.1.6 Substance Abuse/ Alcoholism and Domestic Violence ................................................. 29

4.1.7 Physical Abuse/Abuse on Property and Domestic Violence ......................................... 29

4.1.8: Sexual/ Psychological Abuse and Domestic Violence.................................................. 30

4.2  Qualitative Analysis ........................................................................................ 32

4.2.1  Truancy................................................................................................... 32

4.2.2  School Drop-outs............................................................................. 32

4.2.3  Violence ...................................................................................... 32

4.2.4  Poor Concentration ............................................................................ 33

4.2.5  Alcohol/ Substance Abuse ..............................

CONCLUSION SUMMARY OF FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ................... 34

5.0 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 34

5.1 Summary of Findings ................................................................................................... 34

5.2 Conclusions of the Study ....................................................................................... 34

5.3 Recommendations .................................................................................................... 35

5.4 Suggestions for Further Research .......................................................................................... 36 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................. 37 APPENDICES .................................................