Nancy Lombard, Kate Butterby, Hanna Mielismäki, Rocío Vicente-García, Vanesa Pérez-Martínez
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Abstract
The use of mobile-based technology to support victim-survivors who are subjected to domestic violence and abuse (DVA) is becoming more prevalent. This article explores the challenges that women who are seeking help for DVA may experience, examining whether a chatbot can offer positive solutions alongside highlighting some of the apprehensions victim-survivors have about its creation and implementation including safety and privacy concerns. We conclude that the chatbot has the potential to be an innovative solution but could also be detrimental for survivors if used as an alternative to investment in preventative, transformative innovations focusing on eliminating DVA.
期刊介绍:
Violence against Women is an international, interdisciplinary journal dedicated to the publication of research and information on all aspects of the problem of violence against women. The journal assumes a broad definition of violence; topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, domestic violence, sexual assault, incest, sexual harassment, female infantcide, female circumcision, and female sexual slavery.