Non-Traditional Wives With Traditional Husbands

2016 ◽  
Vol 22 (14) ◽  
pp. 1704-1724 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adam Ka-Lok Cheung ◽  
Susanne Yuk-Ping Choi
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Gender Attitudes ◽  
Physical Assault ◽  
Spousal Violence ◽  
Level Data ◽  
Gender Traditionalism

Feminist scholars have argued that husband gender traditionalism is one of the root causes of spousal violence against women. Using couple-level data from Hong Kong ( N = 871 couples), this article argues that a second mechanism—couple gender value mismatch—also explains husband-to-wife physical assault. Our findings show that a husband’s gender traditionalism is positively associated with husband-to-wife physical assault only when the husband is coupled with a wife who has non-traditional gender attitudes. Similarly, egalitarian gender attitudes in wives are positively associated with husband-to-wife physical assault only when a non-traditional wife is coupled with a traditional husband.

Strain, Self-Control, and Spousal Violence: A Study of Husband-to-Wife Violence in Hong Kong

2014 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 280-299 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuet W. Cheung ◽  
Susanne Y. P. Choi ◽  
Adam K. L. Cheung
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Strain Theory ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Psychological Aggression ◽  
Physical Assault ◽  
Spousal Violence ◽  
Control Scale ◽  
Conditioning Effect ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

This study examines the applicability of Agnew’s strain theory and Gottfredson and Hirschi’s self-control theory in explaining husband-to-wife psychological aggression and physical assault in a community survey of 871 couples in Hong Kong. Three strains, each belonging to 1 type of Agnew’s types of strain, were selected, namely, dissatisfaction with family financial situation, dissatisfaction with relationship with spouse, and physical abuse by parents in childhood. Self-control was measured with a simplified version of 12 items selected from the 24-item Self-control Scale developed by Grasmick, Tittle, Bursik, and Ameklev (1993). The conditioning effect of self-control on the relationship between strain and husband-to-wife violence was also examined. Results show that 2 of the 3 types of strain and self-control significantly affected both types of spousal violence. In addition, self-control has a conditioning effect on the relationship between strain and husband-to-wife violence, reducing the likelihood of strain leading to violence. Theoretical and practical implications of the findings are discussed.

Spousal violence against women in Pakistan: Implications for women's health

2010 ◽  
Vol 72 (08/09) ◽  
Author(s):  
R Zakar ◽  
R Mikolajczyk ◽  
A Krämer ◽  
M Khan
Keyword(s):  
Women’S Health ◽  
Women's Health ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Spousal Violence

scholarly journals The Impact of COVID-19 Related Lockdown on the Prevalence of Spousal Violence Against Women in Kurdistan Region of Iraq

2021 ◽  
pp. 088626052199792
Author(s):  
Kazhan I. Mahmood ◽  
Sherzad A. Shabu ◽  
Karwan M. M-Amen ◽  
Salar S. Hussain ◽  
Diana A. Kako ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Emotional Abuse ◽  
Physical Violence ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Spousal Violence ◽  
Kurdistan Region ◽  
Gender Based Violence ◽  
Effective Prevention ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
The Impact

There is increasing concern about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdown’s social and economic consequences on gender-based violence. This study aimed to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on gender-based violence by comparing the prevalence of spousal violence against women before and during the COVID-19 related lockdown periods. This study was conducted in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq using a self-administered online questionnaire survey after the COVID-19 lockdown period in June 2020. Data were collected from a sample of 346 married women about the occurrence, frequency, and forms of spousal violence before and during the lockdown period. Significant increases in violence were observed from the pre-lockdown period to the lockdown period for any violence (32.1% to 38.7%, p = .001), emotional abuse (29.5% to 35.0%, p = .005), and physical violence (12.7% to 17.6%, p = .002). Regarding emotional abuse, humiliation (24.6% to 28.3%, p = .041) and scaring or intimidation (14.2% to 21.4%, p < .001) significantly increased during the lockdown. For physical violence, twisting the arm or pulling hair (9.0% to 13.0%, p = .004) and hitting (5.2% to 9.2%, p = .003) significantly increased during the lockdown. Forcing to have sexual intercourse also significantly increased during lockdown (6.6% to 9.5%., p = .021). The concerned authorities and women’s rights organizations should collaborate to enhance the prevention of violence against women. An effective prevention strategy should emphasize recognizing and acknowledging the extent of the problem, raising awareness about the problem and the available resources to address it, and ensuring social and economic stability. Lessons learned about the increased prevalence of spousal violence against women during the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to adopt appropriate strategies to prevent and address it will be valuable for similar future crises.

scholarly journals Violence against Women - A Study Done in the One-Stop Crisis Centre (OCC) of Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh

1970 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 98-101 ◽  
Author(s):  
R Khanom ◽  
DK Saha ◽  
K Begum ◽  
J Nur ◽  
S Tanira
Keyword(s):  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Medical College Hospital ◽  
Physical Assault ◽  
Community Based Interventions ◽  
College Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Study Results ◽  
One Stop

Objective: This study aims to describe main perpetrator of violence area and prevention of violence against women. Study design: A cross sectional study was carried out in One-stop Crisis Centre (OCC) of Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh during the period of June 2006 to May 2007. Methods: 284 victims reported in OCC during the study period were selected as cases for the study and quantitative information was collected from them using cross sectional for the present study. Results: Study shows that most of the violence is done by husband (46.48%) and prevalence is more in rural areas (80.98%) in comparison to urban area (19.02%). Physical assault is the most common type of violence (50.35%), followed by sexual assault (36.63%) and burn (13.02%) Housewives are tortured more (67%). Conclusion: Proper implementation of existing rules and community based interventions for raising awareness about the domestic violence against women are recommended. Key words: Violence against women; assault; human rights; one-stop crisis centre (OCC); Bangladesh. DOI: 10.3329/jdmc.v19i2.7077J Dhaka Med Coll. 2010; 19(2) : 98-101

Trick or Treat: Does a Microfinance Loan Induce or Reduce the Chances of Spousal Violence against Women? Answers from India

2020 ◽  
pp. 088626052095768
Author(s):  
Debashree Sinha ◽  
Pradeep Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Policy Design ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Family Health ◽  
P Value ◽  
Spousal Violence ◽  
Common Belief ◽  
Program Participation ◽  
The Individual

It is a common belief that microfinance plays a dual role of poverty alleviation and socioeconomic upliftment of its women participants. However, there are enough researches that negates the positive impact of microfinance loans on spousal violence. Recognized as one of the most predominant social evils, violence against women is not only a violation of their human rights but also an act of exploitation and denial of freedom. In the present study, we have tried to investigate if microfinance loan takers experience more spousal violence as compared to their counterparts by analyzing the National Family Health Survey IV, 2015–16. Our results indicate that 40.8% of women microfinance participants experience spousal violence. Additionally, the likelihood of microfinance participants to experience spousal violence is much higher than the non-microfinance participants (odds ratio = 1.35, p value = .000). Microfinance programs are designed to increase the individual agencies of women participants, which, in turn, reduce the chances of them becoming victims of spousal violence. However, if the credit program participation induces the woman to be a victim of spousal violence together with becoming financially autonomous, then such hidden costs need to be taken into account while evaluating the effectiveness of the gendered policy design.

Explaining Gender Differences in Police Arresting and Charging Behavior in Cases of Spousal Violence

Partner Abuse ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 314-331 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Millar ◽  
Grant Brown
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Marital Status ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Social Problem ◽  
Spousal Violence ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Explanatory Variables ◽  
Canadian City ◽  
Police Action ◽  
Research And Policy

Family violence is a major social problem that police forces have begun to deal with seriously over the last two decades. Most research and policy on this subject has focused on police action in response to violence against women. This is a study of police arrest and charging behavior in spousal violence cases that include both genders and so allows the analysis of police response to violence against men as well as women. Factors affecting the likelihood of an arrest or charge in spousal violence cases are analyzed using a two-year sample of spousal violence police cases (N = 2,935) from a medium-sized Canadian city. The explanatory variables include marital status, intoxication, degree of injury to the man or woman, use of a weapon and a whether the event was a repeat call to the same address. Results indicate differential effects of intoxication, use of a weapon, and injury by gender on both arresting and charging.

Common Correlates of Suicidal Ideation and Physical Assault Among Male and Female University Students in Hong Kong

2007 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 290-303 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ko Ling Chan ◽  
Agnes Tiwari ◽  
W. C. Leung ◽  
Hesta W. Y. Ho ◽  
Catherine Cerulli
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Hong Kong ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
University Students ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Physical Assault ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Relationship Length ◽  
History Of

This study examined prevalence and correlates of suicidal ideation and dating partner violence in a cohort of 651 university students in social sciences classes at three universities in Hong Kong. A standard questionnaire was completed within one class period to examine the rates of occurrence of physical assault perpetration and suicidal ideation. Separate rates are presented for male and female perpetrators and for severe and overall levels of violence. The differences between subjects having suicidal ideation are compared using t tests. Logistic regression is used to predict the presence or absence of physical assault in the preceding year of reporting and suicidal ideation based on the variables such as Personal Relationship Profile, age, relationship length, and socioeconomic status. Results showed that 55% of suicidal persons had a history of violence, whereas 39% of violent people had a history of suicidal ideation. Logistic regression showed that physical assault shared a total of seven associated factors with suicidal ideation. Suicidal ideation seems to have no direct relation to physical and sexual assault, but they do share some common associated factors that are essential for the development of suicide prevention.

Individual Tourists from the Chinese Mainland to Hong Kong: Implications for Tourism Marketing in Fashion

2011 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 1287-1309 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shuk-Ching Liu ◽  
Tsan-Ming Choi ◽  
Raymond Au ◽  
Chi-Leung Hui
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Regional Analysis ◽  
Chinese Mainland ◽  
Gender Attitudes ◽  
Sales Revenue ◽  
Tourism Marketing ◽  
The Chinese Mainland ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Total Sales

Since the implementation of the Individual Visit Scheme (IVS), the number of tourists from the Chinese Mainland (CM) to Hong Kong (HK) has increased dramatically. These IVS tourists have huge consumption power and account for 50–70% of the total sales revenue of many HK fashion retailers. In this context, the authors explore the consumer attitudes and preferences of the IVS tourists. Based on a random sampling method involving over 2,000 CM tourists, a questionnaire survey was conducted. The findings show that IVS tourists have complex attitudes towards higher-end brands and their extended products. Moreover, statistically significant results are found in relation to: the comparison of HK consumers with IVS tourists; the analysis of gender attitudes; and the regional analysis. Company interviews have been conducted and specific managerial insights are presented.

The Economic Toll of Intimate Partner Violence Against Women in the United States

2004 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 259-272 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wendy Max ◽  
Dorothy P. Rice ◽  
Eric Finkelstein ◽  
Robert A. Bardwell ◽  
Steven Leadbetter
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Medical Expenditure Panel Survey ◽  
The United States ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Medical Expenditure ◽  
Physical Assault ◽  
The Us ◽  
Partner Violence Against Women

This study provides estimates of the economic cost of intimate partner violence perpetrated against women in the US, including expenditures for medical care and mental health services, and lost productivity from injury and premature death. The analysis uses national survey data, including the National Violence Against Women Survey and the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey, to estimate costs for 1995. Intimate partner violence against women cost $5.8 billion dollars (95% confidence interval: $3.9 to $7.7 billion) in 1995, including $320 million ($136 to $503 million) for rapes, $4.2 billion ($2.4 to $6.1 billion) for physical assault, $342 million ($235 to $449 million) for stalking, and $893 million ($840 to $946 million) for murders. Updated to 2003 dollars, costs would total over $8.3 billion. Intimate partner violence is costly in the US. The potential savings from efforts to reduce this violence are substantial. More comprehensive data are needed to refine cost estimates and monitor costs over time.

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