Gina Troisi, Raffaele De Luca Picione, Giorgia Margherita
{"title":"\"The Crossing of Professionals\": Building a Gender-Sensitive Inclusion Path for African Refugee Women Victims of Violence.","authors":"Gina Troisi, Raffaele De Luca Picione, Giorgia Margherita","doi":"10.1177/10778012251369028","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10778012251369028","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Despite the increasing number of African women seeking refuge in Italy, integration policies have largely remained \"gender-neutral.\" African migrant women face various forms of gender-based violence in their home countries, during their migration journey, and in the host country. In response, the MIA project (<i>Modeling of Integration and Reception paths for women refugees victims of violence</i>), an innovative Italian intervention, combines the expertise of migration and gender-based violence professionals. This qualitative study explores the experiences of professionals involved in the MIA project, using focus groups and interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). The findings confirm the need to build new tools to cope with the load of vulnerability brought by forced African migrant women, and the practical implications of these results will be analyzed.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251369028"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144970984","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Joanna Krajewska, Sarah R Meyer, Neema Mosha, Gerry Mshana, Heidi Stöckl
{"title":"The Impact of Women's Attitudes Toward Intimate Partner Violence and Gender Equity on Intimate Partner Violence Experience: Findings From a Longitudinal Study in Mwanza, Tanzania.","authors":"Joanna Krajewska, Sarah R Meyer, Neema Mosha, Gerry Mshana, Heidi Stöckl","doi":"10.1177/10778012251369029","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10778012251369029","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Inequitable gender norms can manifest in attitudes about gender and intimate partner violence (IPV) acceptability and be risk factors for women's experience of male-perpetrated IPV. This longitudinal study explored the effect of Tanzanian women's attitudes toward gender equity and toward IPV on physical and/or sexual IPV experience with mixed-effects and cross-lagged regressions. Unadjusted mixed-effects regression shows that an increase in gender equity or IPV unacceptance is significantly associated with a decrease of IPV experience. Cross-lagged regression did not find a significant association. Other contextual factors, rather than women's attitudes toward gender equity and IPV, may be key determinants of IPV experiences.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251369029"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144970956","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kristin Diemer, Anneliese Spiteri-Staines, Kate Hammond, Cathy Humphreys
{"title":"Keeping Safe Together: Exploring Men and Women's Experiences of a Pilot \"All of Family\" Domestic Violence Intervention Program in Melbourne, Australia.","authors":"Kristin Diemer, Anneliese Spiteri-Staines, Kate Hammond, Cathy Humphreys","doi":"10.1177/10778012251366244","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10778012251366244","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>There are few interventions available to cater to domestic violence (DV) victim-survivors who are unwilling or unable to leave a violent situation. In recognition of this service gap, the Keeping Safe Together (KST) program piloted a support service to all family members in Victoria, Australia. This paper presents qualitative evaluation results for adult clients. Thirteen interviews were conducted with women victim-survivors (<i>n</i> = 8) and male perpetrators (<i>n</i> = 5). Findings revealed that women in the program experienced increased safety and supports while accountability processes were undertaken with men. Elements that required improvement included strengthening parents' understanding of how DV impacts children, and an appropriate and safe family therapy approach to DV.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251366244"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144883851","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Naomi Griffiths, James Ojochenemi David, Sekgololo Angel Mabudusha
{"title":"Advancing Detection of Crime Scene Staging in Intimate Partner Homicide: A Study in Gauteng, South Africa.","authors":"Naomi Griffiths, James Ojochenemi David, Sekgololo Angel Mabudusha","doi":"10.1177/10778012251369027","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10778012251369027","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Crime scene staging, though underexplored in South Africa, gained attention following the Jason Rohde case involving the staged murder of his wife. This study examines the prevalence and dynamics of staging in intimate partner homicides, particularly in Gauteng. Eighteen investigating officers from diverse police stations were interviewed to explore their experiences. Findings revealed parallels with international research, with analysis of modus operandi, victimology, and offender profiles. These were assessed using rational choice theory to understand motivations and improve detection. The study concludes with a proposed 10-point plan, integrating local insights and global strategies to enhance investigative approaches to crime scene staging.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251369027"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144875431","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nyan Linn, Montakarn Chuemchit, Chaweewon Boonshuyar
{"title":"Intimate Partner Violence Against Myanmar Women Migrant Workers in Thailand: An Application of the World Health Organization's Ecological Framework.","authors":"Nyan Linn, Montakarn Chuemchit, Chaweewon Boonshuyar","doi":"10.1177/10778012251369030","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10778012251369030","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Intimate partner violence (IPV) against women migrant workers is a globally significant public health problem. This study examined the prevalence and predictors of IPV among 639 Myanmar women migrants in central, northern, western, and southern Thailand, applying the World Health Organization's (WHO) ecological framework and utilizing the WHO Violence Against Women questionnaire. The lifetime prevalence of IPV was 60.09%, with psychological violence being the most common form (54.93%). Multiple logistic regression revealed significant predictors: women's alcohol consumption and childhood exposure to violence (individual level); partner's low educational attainment and alcohol use (relationship level); and area of residence (Bangkok/Surat Thani) and exposure to community violence (community level). Policies and interventions should prioritize high-risk groups based on these predictors to effectively prevent and respond to IPV among women migrant workers in Thailand.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251369030"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144875432","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Posttraumatic Growth Among Adult Female Sexual Assault Survivors.","authors":"Wan-Jung Hsieh, Rachel C Garthe","doi":"10.1177/10778012251366223","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10778012251366223","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examined longitudinal trajectories of posttraumatic growth (PTG) among 228 adult female sexual assault survivors using growth mixture modeling. Three distinct PTG trajectories were identified across four time points over 9 months: High-Stable (35%), Moderate-Stable (41%), and Low-Stable (24%). None of the trajectories showed significant growth or decline over time. These findings suggest that PTG may plateau following sexual assault. To foster meaningful psychological recovery, postassault services should incorporate interventions that actively promote PTG. Further research is needed to identify individual and contextual factors that facilitate growth in this population.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251366223"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144875433","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Television's Influence on Emerging Adults' Romantic Relationship Perceptions: The Role of Coercive Control, Autonomy-Promoting Behaviors, and Third-Person Effect.","authors":"Kelly L Adams","doi":"10.1177/10778012251366220","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10778012251366220","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Media messages shape romantic relationship behaviors, particularly among emerging adults. Coercive controlling behaviors are commonly portrayed in media and studies have shown women are disproportionately affected by these behaviors. This study used a 2 × 2 experimental design, manipulating relationship behavior (autonomy-promoting or coercive control) and its framing (idealized or condemned) in TV clips. Participants reported their endorsement of these behaviors, third-person effect (TPE) perceptions, and demographics. Results showed that viewing coercive controlling behaviors, especially when condemned by the female character, increased support for autonomy-promoting behaviors. Additionally, higher media consumption was associated with stronger TPE. These findings offer insights for media literacy interventions and understanding media's role in shaping relationship norms.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251366220"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144875435","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Arman, Norlaila, Anandyta Amalia, Nor Aisyah Amini, Muhammad Abdan Shadiqi
{"title":"Revealing the Mechanism of Transforming Trauma Into Psychological Resilience in Adolescent Female Survivors Adolescent of Sexual Violence Through Photovoice.","authors":"Arman, Norlaila, Anandyta Amalia, Nor Aisyah Amini, Muhammad Abdan Shadiqi","doi":"10.1177/10778012251369023","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10778012251369023","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to uncover the process of transitioning from trauma to psychological resilience among adolescent female survivors of sexual violence using the photovoice method. We adopted a qualitative approach, utilizing photovoice in conjunction with interviews. The results of the thematic analysis, revealed that the experience of sexual violence resulted negative emotions, psychological downturn, and self-blame. In terms of resilience, participants identified several supportive factors, including support systems (social support and spirituality) and self-development (self-acceptance, engagement in productive activities, and development of lifepurpose).</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251369023"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144875434","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"WASH, Women, and Violence: Investigating the Associations Between Households' Access to WASH Facilities and Intimate Partner Violence in India.","authors":"Rakesh Chandra, Ajay Dutta, Sonal Srivastava, Saradiya Mukherjee, Aditya Singh","doi":"10.1177/10778012251363593","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10778012251363593","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Poor access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities heightens women's vulnerability to partnered and non-partnered violence and disproportionately impacts their health and well-being. However, no national-level study in India explores the links between WASH access and violence against women. This research examines household WASH access and its connection with intimate partner violence (IPV) against women in India. Utilizing 46,667 married women samples from National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-5 pan-India survey, the study analyses association of IPV with WASH indicators alongside other socio-economic variables. All WASH indicators in the study significantly associate with IPV, emphasizing an urgent need for gender-sensitive WASH research and policymaking.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251363593"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144849228","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Narratives of Obstetric Violence: Conceptions of Power, Bodily Integrity, and Childbirth in Greek Women's Stories.","authors":"Faidra Gatsarouli, Linda Berg","doi":"10.1177/10778012251369025","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10778012251369025","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This qualitative study examines women's narratives of obstetric violence in Greece, highlighting how power structures, medicalized childbirth, and cultural norms shape both the experience and normalization of such violence. By analyzing 63 participants' responses to an online survey with seven open-ended questions, the study applies thematic analysis and feminist phenomenology to explore how obstetric violence affects women's bodies, relations and self-perception. The findings reveal not only its pervasiveness and systematic invisibility, often justified as routine care, but also its entrenchment within sociocultural and institutional frameworks. However, it also identifies pathways for resistance and healing through community, advocacy, and collective action.</p>","PeriodicalId":23606,"journal":{"name":"Violence Against Women","volume":" ","pages":"10778012251369025"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-08-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144849227","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}