Hookworm disease is a parasitic disease caused by the entry of larvae (immature form) of the hookworm, most commonly, Necator americanus, into a human host.People usually get hookworm disease by walking barefoot in soil that is contaminated with the feces of an infected person.ookworm disease is a parasitic disease caused by the entry of larvae (immature form) of the hookworm, most commonly, Necator americanus, into a human host.
1 Unfortunately, teen dating violenceâthe type of intimate partner violence that occurs between two young people who are, or who were once in, an intimate relationshipâis a serious problem in the United States.
Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors in a romantic relationship or between family members. This may include abuse by a boyfriend, girlfriend, spouse or parent. The abusive behaviors can include physical, sexual, verbal and/or emotional abuse. Often, an abusive partner does this to have power and control over their victim. Domestic violence is a serious problem that affects all communities: 1  About 2.3 million people in the U.S. are assaulted each year by a current or former spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend. 2  Girls and women between the ages of 16 and 24 have the highest rates of domestic violence.