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Erschienen in: Journal of Family Violence 1/2012

01.01.2012 | Original Article

Mothers’ Motivations for Intimate Partner Violence Help-Seeking

verfasst von: Kimberly A. Randell, Linda K. Bledsoe, Purvi L. Shroff, Mary Clyde Pierce

Erschienen in: Journal of Family Violence | Ausgabe 1/2012

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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine motivators for intimate partner violence (IPV) help-seeking among mothers. This qualitative study used English and Spanish-speaking focus groups and a grounded theory approach. Sixty-two mothers participated in eight groups. Motivators for IPV help-seeking fell into two broad categories, internal and external motivators. Although participants cited numerous motivators for IPV help-seeking, recognizing the negative effects of IPV on their children, labeling the partner’s behavior as abusive and the intervention of others were particularly important. For many participants, the effects of IPV on their children were the most important motivator. Few women made the decision to seek help without the encouragement of others. Unique to the Spanish-speaking participants was the influence of immigration status and limitations to disclosure created by using significant others as translators. Exploration of incorporating these motivators into IPV intervention efforts is warranted.
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Metadaten
Titel
Mothers’ Motivations for Intimate Partner Violence Help-Seeking
verfasst von
Kimberly A. Randell
Linda K. Bledsoe
Purvi L. Shroff
Mary Clyde Pierce
Publikationsdatum
01.01.2012
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Journal of Family Violence / Ausgabe 1/2012
Print ISSN: 0885-7482
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-2851
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10896-011-9401-5

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