BACKGROUND Domestic violence is considered a major risk factor in pregnancy. OBJECTIVES To assess the prevalence of different kinds of abuse (physical, psychological, sexual) of pregnant as compared to non-pregnant women, and to identify demographic risk factors for physical abuse that characterize the woman and her partner. METHODS A cross-sectional survey was conducted in 270 women seekin...

BACKGROUND Spouse abuse so called intimate partner violence (IPV) is a common problem in the world. This survey was conducted to identify IPV prevalence and related factors in district health centers in Hamadan, western Iran, in hope that, by identifying risk factors, preventive guidelines could be understood. METHODS In this descriptive analytic cross sectional study, 600 married women from ...

Using semi-structured interviewing of female domestic abuse survivors and health care providers, this study investigated relationships between female domestic abuse victims' (1) abusive environments, (2) health perceptions and needs, and (3) access to and use of health care services. The results provide evidence that the abusive partner and the health care system are the two major barriers that...

BACKGROUND Female patients, abused by their partner, are heavy users of medical services. To date, valid indicators of partner abuse of women are lacking. AIM To outline the healthcare utilisation in family practice of women who have suffered abuse, and compare this to the average female population in family practice. DESIGN OF STUDY As part of a primary study on the role of family doctors ...

This exploratory study used the theory of reasoned action and the theory of gender and power to guide elicitation of partner-related impediments to condom use among 64 adolescent girls living in poor urban areas with high rates of HIV and partner abuse. About 53% indicated that they had experienced unwanted, unprotected vaginal sex and 25% indicated that they were unable to discuss condom use w...