Contextual factors associated with gender-based violence and related homicides perpetrated by partners and in-laws: A study of women survivors in India

Bushra Sabri, Anna Marie Young

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Abstract

Gender based violence (GBV) is a significant public health concern for women globally, including countries such as India. The researchers investigated factors related to GBV and GBV-related homicides perpetrated by both husbands and in-laws using a qualitative approach. Data were collected from 27 women in India. Analysis revealed factors at the societal/cultural (e.g. dowry), community (e.g. inadequate resources), relationship (e.g. in-laws abuse) and individual (e.g. internalized powerlessness) levels. Findings highlight the need for culturally appropriate risk assessment and safety planning procedures, as well as policies and programs across different ecological levels to reduce risk for GBV and GBV-related homicides.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)784-805
Number of pages22
JournalHealth care for women international
Volume43
Issue number7-8
DOIs
StatePublished - 2022

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Health Professions

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