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Adolescent family violence refers to violence between family members, including elder abuse and violence by parents against children. Backlash is resistance to gender equality or violence prevention strategies. Family violence is a broader term than domestic violence, encompassing violence between family members, including violent or threatening behavior. Gender refers to socially assigned attributes and roles connected to being male or female. Gendered drivers are elements of gender inequality linked to violence against women. Gender equality refers to equal rights and opportunities regardless of gender. Gender norms and structures are ideas about how women and men should be and act. Gender stereotypes are preconceived ideas assigning characteristics and roles based on sex. Hegemonic masculinity is the notion of men assuming dominant positions in society. Hyper-masculinity is an exaggerated image of hegemonic masculinity, associated with aggression against women. Intersectionality relates to power structures interacting and creating inequalities. Masculinity is socially and culturally constructed, with multiple expressions. Restorative justice approaches involve discussing and repairing harm. Sex refers to biological and physical characteristics. Toxic masculinity is a term associated with harmful attitudes and behaviors displayed by some men. Violence against women is any act of gender-based violence causing physical, sexual, or psychological harm.