Menopause-Related Domestic Violence in Bangladesh and Its Associated Factors

IF 0.1 4区医学 Q4 INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Southeast Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health Pub Date : 2023-10-02 DOI:10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i11926

Md. Azim Rana, Sazin Islam, Sharmin Akter, Mst. Shamsun Naher, Md. Shariful Islam, Sonia Afroz Mukta, Sadia Afroz Rikta

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Abstract

Background: Menopause, a natural physiological transition, has been associated with various health and psychosocial challenges. This study aimed to explore the association between menopausal symptoms and the occurrence of domestic violence in Bangladesh, considering a range of socio-economic and demographic determinants. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 500 Bangladeshi women aged 40-60. Data were collected using structured questionnaires, and the severity of menopausal symptoms was categorized as low, moderate, and severe. Chi-Square tests were utilized to establish associations. Results: Women with severe menopausal symptoms reported the highest occurrence of domestic violence at 58%. Emotional and psychological violence was most prevalent at 55%, followed by physical violence at 42%, economic deprivation at 28%, and sexual violence at 14%. Conclusion: The study underscores the pressing need for comprehensive interventions to address domestic violence against menopausal women in Bangladesh. A holistic approach, encompassing medical, psychological, socio-economic, and educational strategies, is crucial for effective mitigation.

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孟加拉国与更年期有关的家庭暴力及其相关因素

背景:更年期是一种自然的生理转变，与各种健康和心理社会挑战有关。考虑到一系列社会经济和人口因素，本研究旨在探讨孟加拉国绝经期症状与家庭暴力发生之间的关系。方法:对500名40-60岁的孟加拉妇女进行横断面研究。使用结构化问卷收集数据，并将更年期症状的严重程度分为轻度、中度和重度。使用卡方检验来建立关联。结果:有严重更年期症状的妇女报告的家庭暴力发生率最高，为58%。情感和心理暴力最为普遍，占55%;其次是身体暴力，占42%;经济剥夺，占28%;性暴力，占14%。结论:该研究强调了孟加拉国迫切需要采取综合干预措施来解决针对更年期妇女的家庭暴力问题。综合医疗、心理、社会经济和教育战略的整体办法对于有效缓解至关重要。

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Southeast Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH-INFECTIOUS DISEASES

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0.40

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3-8 weeks

期刊介绍： The SEAMEO* Regional Tropical Medicine and Public Health Project was established in 1967 to help improve the health and standard of living of the peoples of Southeast Asia by pooling manpower resources of the participating SEAMEO member countries in a cooperative endeavor to develop and upgrade the research and training capabilities of the existing facilities in these countries. By promoting effective regional cooperation among the participating national centers, it is hoped to minimize waste in duplication of programs and activities. In 1992 the Project was renamed the SEAMEO Regional Tropical Medicine and Public Health Network.