Imagine trying to understand why some women in Somalia face violence from their partners. It's a sad reality in many places, and Somalia is no exception. We need to dig into the facts to figure out why this happens, so we can hopefully stop it. Let's talk about intimate partner violence, or IPV for
Violence in a relationship is never okay. When it happens between partners, it's called intimate partner violence (IPV). Zambia, in sub-Saharan Africa, sees a lot of this. So, let's talk about how common it is, what makes it more likely, and where it happens the most among women aged 15 to 49. We'll
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread issue, affecting one in three refugee women in Australia. These women deal with many challenges after resettlement, making them a priority for IPV screening and support. A recent study called SAHAR explored whether refugee women using resettlement serv
In Cameroon, a preliminary study explored how social support might break the cycle of intimate partner violence (IPV) between mothers and daughters. Sixty-one mother-daughter pairs were surveyed separately. The study aimed to understand if daughters' social support can reduce the impact of mothers'
Imagine this: a woman in Bangladesh who watches TV or uses a computer weekly might have a different view on whether it's okay for a husband to hit his wife. Sounds surprising, right? A recent study found that tech access can indeed change women's minds about intimate partner violence (IPV). Over 20
Intimate partner violence (IPV) and infertility are two sensitive topics that often overlap, creating a complex health challenge worldwide. However, there's a lack of detailed, qualitative research on how these issues intersect. To better understand and address IPV among couples dealing with inferti
In parts of Africa, like Zimbabwe's Manicaland, violence from a life partner is sadly common. This is especially troubling in regions with high HIV rates. Partner violence can lead to risky behaviors that make HIV infection more likely. Women in marriages are particularly vulnerable because they may
