Factors Associated With Depressive Symptoms in Female Victims of Intimate Partner Violence in Southern Taiwan

AbstractPrevious studies have demonstrated that there is an increase in Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) during times of crisis (e.g., financial, environmental, or socio-political situations). The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered an unprecedented global health and financial tragedy, but research is yet to establish exactly how the situation may impact on IPV. The present study investigates victims’ experience of IPV during lockdown and the COVID-19 pandemic. We report a qualitative thematic analysis of 50 discussion forum posts written by victims of IPV. Of these, 48 forum posts were written by female victims of male perpetrated violence. All forum posts were obtained from the popular online platform, Reddit. We identified four themes associated with IPV victims’ experiences during lockdown and the global pandemic: (i) Use of COVID-19 by the Abuser, (ii) Service Disruption, (iii) Preparation to Leave, and (iv) Factors Increasing Abuse or Distress. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a substantial impact on those living with IPV, often increasing the severity of IPV experienced. The experiences of those affected by IPV during this period inform interventions and the guidance and support provided to IPV victims during times of crisis.

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Challenges of Using Videos in Exam Rooms of Safety-Net Clinics to Encourage Patient Self-Disclosure of Intimate Partner Violence and to Increase Provider Screening

Violence Against Women ◽

10.1177/10778012211000136 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 107780122110001

Author(s):

Paula Tavrow ◽

Brittnie Bloom ◽

Mellissa Withers

Keyword(s):

Intimate Partner Violence ◽

Partner Violence ◽

Safety Net ◽

Intimate Partner ◽

High Turnover ◽

Management Tools ◽

Self Disclosure ◽

Female Victims ◽

Safety Net Clinics ◽

Main Components

Identifying intimate partner violence (IPV) in clinics allows for early intervention. We tested a comprehensive approach in five safety-net clinics to encourage female victims to self-identify and providers to screen. The main components were (a) short, multilingual videos for female patients; (b) provider training; and (c) management tools. Although videos were viewed 2,150 times, only 9% of eligible patients watched them. IPV disclosure increased slightly (6%). Lack of internal champions, high turnover, increased patient load, and technological challenges hindered outcomes. Safety-net clinics need feasible methods to encourage IPV screening. Management champions and IT support are essential for video-based activities.

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Associations between Substance Use and Depressive Symptoms among Women Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence

Journal of Trauma & Dissociation ◽

10.1080/15299732.2020.1869646 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-15

Author(s):

Lacy E. Jamison ◽

Kathryn H. Howell ◽

Kristina M. Decker ◽

Laura E. Schwartz ◽

Idia B. Thurston

Keyword(s):

Intimate Partner Violence ◽

Substance Use ◽

Depressive Symptoms ◽

Partner Violence ◽

Intimate Partner

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Association of Childhood Physical and Sexual Abuse with Intimate Partner Violence, Poor General Health and Depressive Symptoms among Pregnant Women

PLoS ONE ◽

10.1371/journal.pone.0116609 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 10 (1) ◽

pp. e0116609 ◽

Cited By ~ 70

Author(s):

Yasmin V. Barrios ◽

Bizu Gelaye ◽

Qiuyue Zhong ◽

Christina Nicolaidis ◽

Marta B. Rondon ◽

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Keyword(s):

Sexual Abuse ◽

Intimate Partner Violence ◽

Depressive Symptoms ◽

Pregnant Women ◽

Partner Violence ◽

General Health ◽

Intimate Partner ◽

Poor General Health ◽

Physical And Sexual Abuse

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Factors associated with recent intimate partner violence experience amongst currently married women in Afghanistan and health impacts of IPV: a cross sectional study

BMC Public Health ◽

10.1186/s12889-018-5507-5 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 18 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Andrew Gibbs ◽

Julienne Corboz ◽

Rachel Jewkes

Keyword(s):

Intimate Partner Violence ◽

Partner Violence ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Intimate Partner ◽

Married Women ◽

Health Impacts ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Factors Associated

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Patterns of Intimate Partner Violence victimization among Australia and New Zealand female university students: An initial examination of child maltreatment and self-reported depressive symptoms across profiles

Australian & New Zealand Journal of Criminology ◽

10.1177/0004865816666615 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 50 (4) ◽

pp. 582-601 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Jesse Cale ◽

Stacy Tzoumakis ◽

Benoit Leclerc ◽

Jan Breckenridge

Keyword(s):

Intimate Partner Violence ◽

Depressive Symptoms ◽

New Zealand ◽

Child Maltreatment ◽

University Students ◽

Partner Violence ◽

Latent Class ◽

Intimate Partner ◽

Violence Victimization ◽

Intimate Partner Violence Victimization

The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between child abuse, depression, and patterns of Intimate Partner Violence victimization among female university students in Australia and New Zealand. Data were based on the Australia/New Zealand portion of the International Dating Violence Study (2001–2005) (n = 293). Using Latent Class Analysis, Low-, Moderate-, and High-level Intimate Partner Violence profiles were identified that differed according to the variety, degree, and severity of Intimate Partner Violence. Furthermore, the combination of child maltreatment and self-reported depressive symptoms differed across profiles. The results highlighted differential pathways from child maltreatment to specific Intimate Partner Violence victimization patterns. These findings provide further evidence for the importance of early intervention strategies to prevent Intimate Partner Violence, and specifically for children who experience abuse and neglect to help prevent subsequent victimization experiences in intimate relationship contexts.

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Gambling-Related Intimate Partner Violence Against Women: A Grounded Theory Model of Individual and Relationship Determinants

Journal of Interpersonal Violence ◽

10.1177/08862605211037425 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 088626052110374

Author(s):

Nerilee Hing ◽

Catherine O’Mullan ◽

Elaine Nuske ◽

Helen Breen ◽

Lydia Mainey ◽

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Keyword(s):

Intimate Partner Violence ◽

Grounded Theory ◽

Problem Gambling ◽

Violence Against Women ◽

Gender Inequality ◽

Partner Violence ◽

Intimate Partner ◽

Theory Model ◽

Theory Approach ◽

Female Victims

This study aimed to examine how problem gambling interacts with gendered drivers of intimate partner violence (IPV) against women to exacerbate this violence. Interviews were conducted with 48 female victims of IPV linked to a male partner’s gambling; 24 female victims of IPV linked to their own gambling; and 39 service practitioners from 25 services. Given limited research into gambling-related IPV, but a stronger theoretical base relating to IPV against women, this study used an adaptive grounded theory approach. It engaged with existing theories on gendered drivers of violence against women, while also developing a grounded theory model of individual and relationship determinants based on emergent findings from the data. Gambling-related IPV against women was found to occur in the context of expressions of gender inequality, including men’s attitudes and behaviors that support violence and rigid gender expectations, controlling behaviors, and relationships condoning disrespect of women. Within this context, the characteristics of problem gambling and the financial, emotional and relationship stressors gambling causes intensified the IPV. Alcohol and other drug use, and co-morbid mental health issues, also interacted with gambling to intensify the IPV. Major implications. Reducing gambling-related IPV against women requires integrated, multi-level interventions that reduce both problem gambling and gendered drivers of violence. Gambling operators can act to reduce problem gambling and train staff in responding to IPV. Financial institutions can assist people to limit their gambling expenditure and families to protect their assets. Service providers can be alert to the co-occurrence of gambling problems and IPV and screen, treat, and refer clients appropriately. Public education can raise awareness that problem gambling increases the risk of IPV. Reducing gender inequality is also critical.

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