scholarly journals Intimate partner violence experienced by pregnant women availing antenatal care at a rural hospital in South Karnataka

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (8) ◽  
pp. 3548 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chitra Tomy ◽  
Minu Rose Mani ◽  
Sr. Deepa ◽  
Sr. Ann Christy ◽  
Avita Rose Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Rural Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Unplanned Pregnancy ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Access To Health Services ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Past

Background: Intimate partner violence is a global phenomenon with 30% of women having faced physical or sexual violence by a partner in their lifetime. Rural women with poor access to health services and counselling, often suffer in silence. Intimate partner violence during pregnancy has a negative effect on maternal and foetal outcomes. The aims of the study were to estimate the prevalence of intimate partner violence among pregnant women availing antenatal care services in a rural area of South India in current pregnancy and in the past 12 months, and to study the various socio-demographic factors associated with intimate partner violence.Methods: A cross sectional study was done among antenatal women availing services at a rural maternity hospital, using a questionnaire based on NFHS-3, to document physical, emotional and sexual domains of intimate partner violence.Results: Among 150 pregnant women aged 18-29 years, the prevalence of any form of intimate partner violence was 30.7% in the past 12 months before pregnancy (physical 10.7%, sexual 2%, and emotional 26%), and 2.7%. in current pregnancy. Lower educational status of husband and wife, history of alcohol consumption, tobacco usage and unplanned pregnancy were all significantly associated with increased intimate partner violence.Conclusions: Routine antenatal care provides an opportunity to screen women for intimate partner violence, especially those with risk factors like lower level of education, unplanned pregnancy as well as alcohol and tobacco consumption by the husband, which were found to be significantly associated with intimate partner violence in our study.

Prevalence of intimate partner violence among pregnant women attending a public sector hospital in Bengaluru, southern India

2021 ◽  
Vol 34 ◽  
pp. 132-137
Author(s):  
ANITA NATH ◽  
SHUBHASHREE VENKATESH ◽  
J. VINDHYA ◽  
SHEEBA BALAN ◽  
CHANDRA S. METGUD
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Public Sector ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Unplanned Pregnancy ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Southern India ◽  
Public Sector Hospital

Background Intimate partner violence (IPV) is recognized as an important public health problem globally as well as in India. It may result in adverse physical and mental health consequences for the victim or unfavourable pregnancy outcomes if it happens during pregnancy. The possible risk factors for IPV can be explained by four levels of ecological factors: individual, partner, household and community. We estimated the prevalence of IPV and its association with selected ecological risk factors among pregnant women availing of antenatal care at a public sector hospital in Bengaluru, southern India. Methods We included 350 women above the age of 18 years with a confirmed pregnancy of less than 24 weeks and having no obstetric complication. We used the Conflict Tactics Scale to determine the presence of IPV. The risk factors measured were—individual level: respondent’s age, education, occupation, gravidity, planned or unplanned pregnancy, substance abuse, presence of depression and anxiety; partner-related: spouse’s education, occupation and marital discord; household/community-related: socioeconomic status, social support, religion and consanguinity. Results The prevalence of IPV was 3.7%. Factors that were significantly associated on multivariate analysis were higher age (above 20 years) (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] 1.82 [1.12–2.97], p=0.016) and presence of depression (AOR 6.84 [1.76–26.61], p=0.005). Conclusion The prevalence of IPV was less in our study population compared to figures reported from other Indian study settings.

scholarly journals Opportunities and obstacles to screening pregnant women for intimate partner violence during antenatal care in Zimbabwe

2013 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 511-524 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simukai Shamu ◽  
Naeemah Abrahams ◽  
Marleen Temmerman ◽  
Christina Zarowsky
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner

scholarly journals Intimate partner violence among pregnant women in Uganda

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joshua Epuitai ◽  
Samson Udho ◽  
Anna Grace Auma ◽  
Rose Chalo Nabirye
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Marital Conflicts ◽  
History Of ◽  
Average Monthly Income ◽  
Violence During Pregnancy

Background: Intimate partner violence may be more prevalent during pregnancy as women are more vulnerable. Aims: To determine the prevalence of intimate partner violence and associated factors among pregnant women at Soroti Regional Referral Hospital, Uganda. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 180 pregnant women. Data were collected using a pre-tested, semi-structured questionnaire. Intimate partner violence was measured using the revised Conflict Tactile Scale 2. Findings: The overall prevalence of intimate partner violence during pregnancy was 27.8%. Household average monthly income, experiences of intimate partner violence before pregnancy and marital conflicts were independently associated with intimate partner violence during pregnancy. Conclusions: Screening should be done during antenatal care among women with low household income, marital conflicts, and history of intimate partner violence before pregnancy to identify and manage cases of intimate partner violence. More research is needed to identify interventions for reduction of intimate partner violence during pregnancy.

scholarly journals Unplanned Pregnancy and Its Associated Factors

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 132
Author(s):  
Muslimah Yusof ◽  
Azah Abdul Samad ◽  
Maisarah Omar ◽  
Noor Ani Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Household Income ◽  
Unplanned Pregnancy ◽  
Unmet Need ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
History Of

INTRODUCTION: Unplanned pregnancy is a major public health concern globally. Numerous studies found various factors that can predict or determine unplanned pregnancy. However, there were no studies that reported this problem in Malaysia. The objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of unplanned pregnancy in Malaysia and the associated factors.METHODS: This nationwide cross-sectional study targeted to women at postpartum period at government primary health care clinics throughout Malaysia. Structured questionnaire with face-to-face interview was used for data collection. The factors studied included mothers’ age, husband’s age, ethnicity, religion, marital status, education, occupation, household income, polygamous marriage, family support, contraception used, and disagreement of husband on contraception, smoking and alcohol consumption. History of emotional, physical and sexual intimate partner violence (IPV) were also studied.RESULTS: A total of 5727 Malaysian postpartum mothers were involved in this survey. The prevalence of unplanned pregnancy was 42.9% (95% CI: 38.6, 47.4). The multivariate logistic regression revealed that older mothers aged 45-49 years old (aOR: 8.010; 95%CI: 1.909, 33.013) and Muslim mothers (aOR: 2.465; 95%CI: 1.432-4.241) were significantly associated with unplanned pregnancy. In terms of household income, mothers with less than RM1000 per month were 1.712 (95% CI: 1.080, 2.713) times more likely to have unplanned pregnancy. The other significant associated factor was history of emotional intimate partner violence; aOR [1.720 (95% CI: 1.011, 2.925)].CONCLUSIONS: Unplanned pregnancies were observed to be higher among older Muslim women from low income family. A possibility of unmet need for family planning should be considered and appropriate intervention strategies planned for these at-risk population. 

scholarly journals Prevalence and Correlates of Maternal Early Stimulation Behaviors during Pregnancy in Northern Ghana: A Cross-Sectional Survey

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Mackness ◽  
John A Gallis ◽  
Raymond Kofi Owusu ◽  
Mohammed Ali ◽  
Safiyatu Abubakr-Bibilazu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Child Development ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Northern Ghana ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Stimulation

Abstract Background: Per UNICEF’s Nurturing Care Framework, early childhood development (ECD) begins during pregnancy and many lower-resource settings need data to inform their programs for optimal child development. The maternal-fetal relationship can be partly examined via a series of bonding activities called early stimulation behaviors (ESB). This study describes early stimulation behaviors and the associated correlates among pregnant women in Ghana. Methods: This cross-sectional study used data from a cluster-randomized trial in two districts of Northern Ghana. A total of 374 pregnant women were enrolled at baseline and administered a pre-intervention survey. Communication-related early stimulation behaviors was the primary outcome which was evaluated using three maternal-fetal bonding activities; did the woman self-report touching and/or talking, singing, and/or talking about family to her belly. A generalized estimating equation modified Poisson model was used for the bivariate and multivariable analysis.Results: About half of the participants reported performing communication-related ESB during pregnancy frequently or sometimes. Bivariate analysis revealed that negative life experiences including higher rates of emotional, physical and sexual intimate partner violence (IPV) and having moderate to severe depressive symptoms were associated with women performing early stimulation behaviors more often. In the multivariable model, physical intimate partner violence remained significantly associated with early stimulation behaviors. Conclusion: Research on early stimulation behaviors is still in a nascent phase. It is unclear why our results revealed an association between intimate partner violence and early stimulation behaviors; this could reflect a coping mechanism for the expectant mother. Further research is needed to better understand this association and explore potential long-term impacts of early stimulation behaviors during pregnancy on child development.Trial registration: Clinical Trials # NCT03665246, September 11, 2018

scholarly journals Pattern of intimate partner violence disclosure among pregnant women attending ante-natal clinic in Oyo East Local Government, Nigeria

2017 ◽  
Vol 59 (2) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Abayomi Olusola Ayodapo ◽  
Olutoyin O Sekoni ◽  
Michael C Asuzu
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Care Facility ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Health Care Facilities ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health problem. Despite being a phenomenon that occurs globally, few studies have reviewed the issue of intimate partner violence among pregnant women as it relates to disclosure of abuse. This study sets out to determine the prevalence and pattern of disclosure of intimate partner violence among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic in Oyo East Local Government of Oyo State. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study among pregnant women aged 18–49 years. A total of 350 pregnant women in the sole secondary health care facility and 3 out of the 18 primary health care facilities randomly selected by balloting were consecutively recruited. A pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire adapted from the WHO Multi-Country Study on Women’s Health and Domestic Violence was used to collect data. Data were analysed with SPSS® version 16. Results: Of 252 (72.0%) women who had been exposed to violence by their partner in pregnancy, 72 (28.6%) disclosed their IPV experience. The experience was disclosed to relatives, friends and religious leaders. Of the 72 that disclosed their IPV experience, 31 (43.1%) reported for the purpose of seeking redress through religious or local leaders, healthcare professionals and law enforcement agencies. Conclusion: Intimate partner violence is common among pregnant women, but a culture of silence still persists, making identification of the exposed difficult. These data may encourage healthcare providers to include screening for IPV in the curriculum of the antenatal care. (Full text of the research articles are available online at www.medpharm.tandfonline.com/ojfp) S Afr Fam Pract 2017; DOI: 10.1080/20786190.2016.1272245

scholarly journals Prevalence and Correlates of Maternal Early Stimulation Behaviors during Pregnancy in Northern Ghana: A Cross-Sectional Survey

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Mackness ◽  
John A Gallis ◽  
Raymond Kofi Owusu ◽  
Mohammed Ali ◽  
Safiyatu Abubakr-Bibilazu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Child Development ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Northern Ghana ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Stimulation

Abstract Background: Per UNICEF’s Nurturing Care Framework, early childhood development (ECD) begins during pregnancy and many lower-resource settings need data to inform their programs for optimal child development. The maternal-fetal relationship can be partly examined via a series of bonding activities called early stimulation behaviors (ESB). This study describes early stimulation behaviors and the associated correlates among pregnant women in Ghana. Methods: This cross-sectional study used data from a cluster-randomized trial in two districts of Northern Ghana. A total of 374 pregnant women were enrolled at baseline and administered a pre-intervention survey. Communication-related early stimulation behaviors was the primary outcome which was evaluated using three maternal-fetal bonding activities; did the woman self-report touching and/or talking, singing, and/or talking about family to her belly. A generalized estimating equation modified Poisson model was used for the bivariate and multivariable analysis.Results: About half of the participants reported performing communication-related ESB during pregnancy frequently or sometimes. Bivariate analysis revealed that negative life experiences including higher rates of emotional, physical and sexual intimate partner violence (IPV) and having moderate to severe depressive symptoms were associated with women performing early stimulation behaviors more often. In the multivariable model, physical intimate partner violence remained significantly associated with early stimulation behaviors. Conclusion: Research on early stimulation behaviors is still in a nascent phase. It is unclear why our results revealed an association between intimate partner violence and early stimulation behaviors; this could reflect a coping mechanism for the expectant mother. Further research is needed to better understand this association and explore potential long-term impacts of early stimulation behaviors during pregnancy on child development.Trial registration: Clinical Trials # NCT03665246, August 29, 2018.

scholarly journals Sintomas depressivos em gestantes e violência por parceiro íntimo: um estudo transversal

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 1-45
Author(s):  
Leilson Da Silva Lima ◽  
Tainá Orrara Amaral do Carmo ◽  
Custódio De Souza Brito Neto ◽  
José Luis Da Cunha Pena
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Country Study ◽  
Unwanted Pregnancies

Objetivo: Evaluar la presencia de síntomas depresivos en gestantes y su asociación con la violencia de pareja.Métodos: Este es un estudio piloto transversal de una muestra de 65 gestantes que recibieron atención prenatal en la Unidad Básica de Salud de la Universidad Federal de Amapá entre septiembre y octubre de 2018. Para la recolección de datos se utilizó un cuestionario socioeconómico, demográfico y obstétrico; la Escala de Depresión Posparto de Edimburgo, y el Estudio Multipaís sobre la salud de la mujer y la violencia doméstica.Resultados: El 41,5% de las gestantes tienen síntomas depresivos, en el análisis de regresión logística, estos síntomas tienen una asociación significativa con mujeres que sufren algún tipo de violencia de pareja (OR = 6,74; IC 95% 2,0 – 21,7; p = 0,001) Además, estar empleada, ser soltera, tener bajo nivel de escolaridad, bajos ingresos familiares y embarazo no deseado influyeron significativamente en los síntomas depresivos durante el embarazo.Conclusiones: Hubo un alto porcentaje de síntomas depresivos durante el embarazo y estos se relacionan con la violencia de pareja. Objective: To evaluate the presence of depressive symptoms in pregnant women and their association with intimate partner violence.Methods: This is a cross-sectional pilot study conducted with a sample of 65 pregnant women who performed prenatal care at the Basic Health Unit of the Federal University of Amapá in September and October 2018. For data collection, a socioeconomic, demographic and obstetric questionnaire was used, apart from the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale, and the Multi-Country Study on Women's Health and Domestic Violence.Results: 41.5% of the pregnant women had depressive symptoms; in the logistic regression analysis, these symptoms have a significant association in women who suffer some type of intimate partner violence (OR = 6.74; 95% CI: 2.0 - 21.7; p = 0.001). In addition, being employed, being single, having low schooling, low family income, and unwanted pregnancies were affected by depressive symptoms during pregnancy.Conclusions: There was a high percentage of depressive symptoms during pregnancy and these were related to intimate partner violence. Objetivo: Avaliar a presença de sintomas depressivos em gestantes e sua associação com a violência sofrida pelo parceiro.Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo piloto transversal a partir de uma amostra de 65 gestantes que realizaram acompanhamento de pré-natal na Unidade Básica de Saúde da Universidade Federal do Amapá nos meses de setembro e outubro de 2018. Para coleta foi usado um questionário socioeconômico, demográfico e obstétrico; a Escala de Depressão Pós-Parto de Edimburgo; e o Estudo Multi-Países sobre Saúde da Mulher e Violência Doméstica.Resultados: 41,5% das gestantes apresentaram sintomas depressivos, na análise de regressão logística esses sintomas mostraram ter associação significativa em mulheres que sofreram algum tipo de violência pelo parceiro íntimo (OR = 6,74; IC95% 2,0 - 21,7; p=0,001), além disso, estar empregada, ser solteira, ter baixa escolaridade, baixa renda familiar e gravidez indesejada foram significativamente influenciadores para os sintomas depressivos durante a gestação.Conclusões: Houve alta porcentagem de sintomas depressivos durante a gestação e esses estiveram relacionados com a violência por parceiro íntimo.

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