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Showing 1 to 20 of 35 for “"Women survivors"”.
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Exercise among women survivors of sexual violence: behaviors, perceptions, and preferences
Submission published under a 24 month embargo labeled 'Closed Access', the embargo will last until 2024-05-01
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Community-Based Workers’ Health and Wellness: Supporting Women Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence
… workers (CWs) provide vital support to survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV); they are directly and repeatedly involved in serving those who experience harmful acts of violence, which may subsequently affect health. By using a salutogenic orientation, this qualitative descriptive …
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Exploring the phenomenon of recovery for chemically dependent women survivors of childhood sexual abuse
… recovery process from chemical dependence for women. A feminist perspective is utilized in the qualitative design which elicited rich information from the interviews held with eight women The participants who volunteered, were referred by their counsellors from a Drug and Alcohol residential …
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When Violence Thrives in Silence: Highlighting Narratives of Women Survivors of Obstetric Violence in Alabama
… social phenomenon of maltreatment and abuse of women by medical systems and personnel at hospital-based facilities during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum periods. Recently, this underreported and hidden form of abuse has been coined "obstetric violence" (Sadler et al., 2016; Second …
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(Not so) Silent Survivors: A Qualitative Intersectionality Study on Asian American Women Survivors of Sexual Violence
Sexual violence against women is a pervasive public health concern that significantly impacts women’s physical and psychological well-being. Despite the well-documented harmfulness of sexual violence, there is a dearth of research examining sexual violence against Asian American women. This study …
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An exploration of the discourses women survivors of intimate partner violence draw on to understand intimate femicide
… is a paucity of research on the discourses that women draw on to understand this crime in the context of South Africa. The primary aim of this study was to explore how women survivors of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) understand intimate femicide. This aim crystallised into the following …
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The Impact of Reduced Ovarian Function and Its Consequences on Young Women Survivors of Breast and Gynecologic Cancer
… and estrogen depletion experienced by many young women cancer survivors. One hundred and eighteen women aged 50 or less and diagnosed with stage 0-III breast or gynecologic cancer were recruited for a one-time interview assessment. Hierarchical multiple linear regression analyses tested …
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The evidence is in the telling: the words of women survivors of non-physical abuse in intimate partner relationships
… issue that is epidemic in Canadian society; women of any ethnicity, race, education, and socio-economic status are at risk. Although non-physical abuse is harmful, in the absence of physical abuse, it is often overlooked or minimized by potential helpers. Consequently, in the absence of …
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The processes of reintegration and reintegration experiences of trafficked women survivors: narratives from Lagos Nigeria and Cape Town South Africa
… task. After exiting trafficked environments, survivors face complexities that influence their return to their communities and their ability to live a normal life. The success of reintegration programmes is crucial for human trafficking survivors, yet this area has been under-researched. This …
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Utilizing Retrospective Accounts of Primary Symptom-Clusters to Predict PTSD over Time in Women Survivors of Domestic or Sexual Assault
… over time. Participants included college women who experienced sexual and relationship violence within the past 2 years. Two primary hypotheses were investigated within the dissertation: 1) Cluster B and E symptoms were expected to be the most prevalent initial reactions reported, and 2) …
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Psychosocial effects of gender-based violence on women survivors at Shayandima and Itsani villages in the Vhembe District of Limpopo, South Africa
… social and health concern that endangers women and undermines their psychosocial wellbeing. It is widely recognised as a global pandemic affecting South Africa at all levels: national, provincial, and local. This study focused on examining the psychosocial effects of gender-based violence …
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The Relationship Among Adult Attachment Styles, Shame, Dissociation, and Abuse Characteristics in Women Survivors of Intrafamilial Child Sexual Abuse Perpetrated by a Parental-Figure
… posing complex and enduring consequences for survivors (Courtois, 1999; Briere, 1992; Herman, 1981, 1991; van der Kolk & Kadish, 1987; Chu & Dill, 1990). The concepts of attachment, shame, and dissociation- in the context of childhood sexual abuse-are significant areas of study when working …
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Post-conflict gender-justice: access of women survivors of gender-based violence to the judicial system: a case study of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
During armed conflicts, women experience more abuses than their male counterpart. Besides, the disruption of national security systems resulting form the social and political troubles, exposes women to more violation of their human rights in the postconflict setting. During the last decade, the …
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Post-conflict gender-justice: access of women survivors of gender-based violence to the judicial system: a case study of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
During armed conflicts, women experience more abuses than their male counterpart. Besides, the disruption of national security systems resulting form the social and political troubles, exposes women to more violation of their human rights in the postconflict setting. During the last decade, the …
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Silencing the voices of women. A case study on the effects of the "Supporting People" programme on survivors of domestic abuse in a support and housing association.
For centuries women have experienced domestic violence from men they know, as a consequence of which many turn to public services for support. Traditionally, these services have failed to provide adequate support, yet it is through these interactions with the services that abused women's lives are …
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“Where Should I go? Who can I cry to?” The Perspectives of South Asian Immigrant Women In Edmonton who have Experienced Domestic Violence
This study is about ten South Asian immigrant women survivors of domestic violence in Edmonton, Alberta. The study explores their experiences and perspectives on domestic violence and the challenges they faced in accessing services and supports in Edmonton. The research questions that guided the …
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The Lived Experience of Women Domestic Violence Survivors
… paper examined the lived experience of adult women survivors of domestic violence. Self-identified domestic violence survivors (N=3) participated in non-structured self-written interviews submitted by email to the researcher. The stories were analyzed by the researcher and a member of her …
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Transcending conflict : exploring sexual violence support for women seeking asylum in Merseyside
… thesis critically examines domestic responses to women's asylum applications and support for women survivors of conflict related sexual violence. Using qualitative activist methodologies from a feminist standpoint perspective, it explores support available through interviews with local …
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Silence Is Golden: Older Women's Voices and The Analysis Of Meaning Among Survivor's Of Domestic Violence
… estimates indicate that upwards of 3,000,000 women a year are physically abused by an intimate partner, however, it is important to note that serious limitations associated with these estimates exist. Despite media campaigns, educational efforts, community outreach, and legislation, the …
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