Culture of Violence Theory The Culture of violence theory is analogous to the social norms theory. This theory examines rules and expectations of behavior within a special culture or social group. These norms offer social standards of appropriate and inappropriate behavior(s), that dictate whether one’s behavior is acceptable or not and help coordinate one’s interactions with others. Cultural and social norm theories have been highly influential in shaping individual behavior, including the use of violence (World Health Organization, 2009, p. 3). This is because norms can protect against violence, but they can also support and encourage the use of it. For example, culturally accepting the use of violence, either as a normal method