Awareness Of Domestic Violence Research Articles

Evaluation of Awareness Levels of Family Violence in Accordance with Some Variables of Adult Individuals

In this study, the comparison of domestic violence awareness based on various socio-demographic variables (age, gender, education level, marital status, number of children, family structure, income level, employment status, place of residence, region of residence, previous exposure to violence) intended. For this purpose, a questionnaire was applied to 753 people, 508 women (67.5%) and 245 men (32.5%), aged 18 and over, living in Turkey. The "Domestic Violence Awareness Scale" (AİŞFÖ), the reliability and validity of which was studied by Özyürek and Kurnaz (2019), was used in the questionnaire form. In addition, the socio-demographic information of the participants was included. The research is based on examining domestic violence awareness based on demographic variables. In this context, quantitative approach and cross-sectional design were preferred while conducting the research. The model of the research was designed in the scanning model. The data obtained as a result of the research were analyzed in the SPSS-25 statistical program. In the analysis of the data; Shapiro-Wilk and Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, frequency and percentage values, t test and anova tests were applied. As a result of the analyzes made; It was determined that the awareness of domestic violence showed a significant difference according to the gender and working status of the participant group.

Community Awareness of Domestic Violence in Arumeru District, Arusha, Tanzania

Domestic violence continues to be prominent among many communities worldwide despite different efforts and strategies geared towards eradicating it. Women and girls are among the main victims of this violence. Lack of or limited awareness of the problem perpetuates the problem. However, much of the levels of awareness of the problem are lacking. This study aimed to establish community awareness of domestic violence and the levels of awareness and determine the association between respondents' characteristics and the level of awareness of gender-based violence. The study employed both probability and non-probability sampling techniques to acquire the respondents. One hundred women and men respondents were surveyed using simple random sampling. Data collection tools for this study included a questionnaire and an interview. The research study found that more than half (56.0%) of the total respondents were not aware of domestic violence practices. Twenty-six percent of the respondents had low awareness, 11% had moderate awareness, and only 9% of the respondents had high awareness of domestic violence. After the respondents' awareness levels were determined, the study investigated whether there was an association between the sex, age, and education level of the respondents and their awareness level. The findings showed that it is evident that sex, age, and education level were significant influences on the level of awareness of domestic violence among the respondents. There was an association between sex (ꭓ²=14.07, p<0.007), age ((ꭓ²=27.32, p<0.043) and education ((ꭓ²=34.72, p<0.001) on community awareness of domestic violence. Respondents have limited awareness of domestic violence despite government and stakeholder efforts to combat the violence.

Peningkatan Kesadaran Masyarakat Terhadap Kekerasan Dalam Rumah Tangga (KDRT) Perspektif Hukum Pidana Di Indonesia

The problem of domestic violence, hereinafter referred to as domestic violence, is actually a problem that often occurs in married life, but some people, especially in villages, do not consider what they experience as a wrong act in the eyes of the law. Therefore, the public needs to be given an understanding of domestic violence, so that if domestic violence occurs or experiences, the victim can take steps or resolve it legally according to Law Number 23 of 2004 concerning Domestic Violence. The aims of the Community Trial are (1) To provide an understanding of Law Number 23 of 2004 concerning Domestic Violence; (2) To provide an understanding of the forms of legal protection for victims of domestic violence that must be provided by the police; (3) To provide investigators with an understanding of penal mediation in criminal acts of domestic violence. This community service activity is motivated by phenomena that occur in society. This Community Service Activity (PPM) at the Faculty of Law, Sunan Bonang University, Tuban, was attended especially by residents of the Mulyoagung Village Government, numbering approximately 15 people. The activity was carried out at the Mulyoagung Village Hall, Singgahan District, Tuban Regency. carried out by means of socialization and/or providing education through the lecture method. The lecture method was used to explain increasing public awareness of domestic violence (KDRT) from a criminal law perspective in Indonesia on the basis of statutory regulations related to domestic violence and social agendas by distributing donations in the form of money to participants. Overall service activities can be said to be good and successful, seen from the success of the target number of training participants (100%), achievement of training objectives (75%), achievement of planned material targets (80%), and participants' ability to master the material (75%).

Digitalization of Religious (Islamic) Education

This research explores the impact of digital methods in religious studies on students' global and community engagement within a liberal arts education. The university's Religious Studies department pioneers digital practices to promote civic awareness, global integration, and student empowerment through interactive learning. Small-scale community projects foster global skills, enhance learning, and promote diversity appreciation. One such project, "Digital Methods to Raise Awareness of Domestic Violence & Social Justice," involves creating and disseminating digital messages promoting environmental cleanliness. Insights from interdisciplinary experts, including those from Forman Christian College University, refine these practices. The study aims to standardize effective digital methods for liberal arts education, fostering community-centered individuals and contributing to the digital humanities field. Through experiences at Forman Christian College University, it enriches discussions on integrating digital methods in liberal arts education, fostering future teaching innovations.

Faith-Based Domestic Violence Training: Building Community Responses with an Islamic Perspective in Palestine

Domestic violence or intimate partner violence affects 1 in 3 women internationally, but despite impacting women from all nations, it has somehow become a point of contention between more secular factions in the western world and traditional Islamic countries under Muslim majority rule. This perceived conflict of ideology has led to a polarization serving to separate affected communities and slow progress on needed resolutions. In Palestine, a long-awaited proposed Family Protection Act has been paralyzed due to public outcry that it is not representative of the cultural and religious context of the country. The following study introduced a training in domestic violence for mental health and social service providers in Palestine that was created by the Peaceful Families Project, a non-profit educational and advocacy organization. The study aims to introduce the understanding that domestic violence is in fact a Muslim issue with clear directives for prevention using a faith-based methodology. Despite having professional experience working with domestic violence over years, participants demonstrated significant changes in knowledge, attitude, and stated potential behaviors after the training. Qualitative data enriched the discussion with participants stating that such efforts could change the narrative and overcome the perceived western bias of domestic violence awareness currently offered in Palestine. It also opens the door for indigenous perspectives and creative, culturally generated solutions to this critical issue. Using faith-based initiatives that correspond to the native culture of a community can increase motivation, ownership, and the opportunity for unique programming and innovative methodologies.

The correlation between domestic violence awareness and attitudes toward child marriage: The case of Turkey.

The aim of this study is to determine the correlation between domestic violence awareness and attitudes toward child marriages among individuals living in Iğdır city. The correlational survey model was used in the study. The sample consisted of 814 adult individuals who lived in Iğdır city, did not have any health problem, and volunteered to participate in the study between September 2022 and January 2023. Personal Information Form, Domestic Violence Awareness Scale, and Attitude Toward Child(Girls) Marriages Scale were used to collect data. Data were obtained through online environment and face-to-face interview. It was found that 59.5% of the sample group were female and 27% were aged between 18 and 24 years. 61.9% of the participants were married and 88.1% were married when they were over the age of 18. In addition, 51.9% were university graduates while 50.9% of them stated that they had witnessed domestic violence. The results of the study revealed that while the variables of gender, age, marital status, education level, and place of residence affected the attitudes toward child marriages, the variables of gender, age, age at marriage, education level, place of residence and witnessing domestic violence affected domestic violence awareness. Furthermore, when examining the scales used, it was concluded that the attitude toward child marriages affected the awareness of domestic violence. Since domestic violence and child marriages are very common, it is recommended to conduct further studies on these issues and to identify support systems that will increase the awareness of the society on these issues.

Gender differences among mental health professionals’ knowledge of domestic violence

ABSTRACT Objective This article aims to discuss the gender differences among female and male mental health professionals working with domestic violence survivors. In addition, this article suggests gender is a significant variable that should be considered in domestic violence education, research, and practice. Method Data were collected from a sample of 175 mental health professionals who responded to quantitative and qualitative questions assessing their knowledge of DV. Data were imported to the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS), version 28 which was used to analyze the data. Descriptive statistical methods were employed to explore the descriptive statistics of the demographic variables. Cross-tabulation and chi-square tests were used to explore associations between variables. Results The findings show that gender differences exist among female and male mental health professionals’ knowledge of domestic violence. Female mental health professionals tend to have a higher awareness and understanding of domestic violence about prevalence, while male mental health professionals tend to have a higher understanding of the impact of domestic violence on racial and ethnic women and women in various age groups. Discussion The study demonstrates the need to integrate an inclusive gender analysis that examines the competency, knowledge, and skills among mental health professionals working with domestic violence survivors. A gender analysis is crucial in further exploring mental health professionals’ roles, attitudes, treatment, outcomes, and approaches to domestic violence cases.

Empowering Women and Girls: Assessing the Impact of an Online Webinar on Legal Rights Awareness and Knowledge of DV Act 2005 in India

This research paper examines the impact of an online webinar on domestic violence awareness and knowledge of the Domestic Violence Act 2005 in India. It employs a two-group post-test experimental design to compare the knowledge levels of participants who attended the webinar with those who did not. The webinar aims to raise awareness about domestic violence, educate participants about the DV Act 2005, and empower individuals to take action. The findings will provide insights into the effectiveness of the webinar in enhancing understanding and knowledge of legal measures to address domestic violence. This research contributes to the existing literature and informs future efforts in designing effective awareness campaigns and educational interventions to combat domestic violence In India. Keywords — Artificial Intelligence, domestic violence, webinar

#Narcissisticabuse: sharing personal and educational narratives during domestic violence awareness month

ABSTRACT This article uses the framework of ‘digitized narratives’ to examine how, in the aftermath of the Gabby Petito case, survivors of narcissistic abuse turned to Twitter to share personal narratives and educate others about violence against women. Drawing on a qualitative content analysis of 204 tweets collected during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the U.S. in October 2021, we argue that survivors of narcissistic abuse used #NarcissisticAbuse to build community, publicize the characteristics of narcissistic abuse, and encourage survivors to recognize warning signs and seek help. The strong educational focus in the discourse around #NarcissisticAbuse separates it from other social media movements (e.g., #MeToo, #WhyIStayed) in that women strategically drew on their personal narratives to describe the traits of a narcissist, the control mechanisms used to subdue victims, and the types of abuse they experienced. In doing so, they educated the public about the dangers of narcissistic abuse and raised awareness about this often less visible and less talked about form of abuse.

Online resources for domestic violence awareness.

Online resources for domestic violence awareness.

Using Literature to create Awareness of Domestic Violence for Secondary School Students

Some 7468 domestic violence cases were reported in 2021, which was an increase of 42% from 5260 cases in 2020, as stated by the Malaysian Ministry of Women, Family, and Community Development. This informs us that this type of violence is becoming more rampant every year. As such, as educators and teachers, we must help to create awareness of domestic violence among our students. This paper aims to explore strategies for teaching the topic and also present the challenges that may emerge in the classroom. This paper will also focus on the importance of raising awareness about domestic violence among secondary school students.

Le traitement de la violence conjugale comme un enjeu de SST au Canada : une étude empirique

La violence conjugale (VC) est un enjeu important pour les milieux de travail, et ce, tant du point de vue de la productivité que de la sécurité au travail. Pourtant, au Québec et au Canada, la conception de la VC en tant que dimension de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (SST) est relativement récente. Peu d’études sur la VC et le travail portent sur des interventions, et encore moins sur celles de nature préventive. Cette étude contribue à combler cette lacune. Elle présente les résultats d’une série d’entretiens avec des informatrices-clés dans différentes juridictions canadiennes où la législation en SST vise la VC. L’étude suggère que, pour que la législation puisse atteindre son but, la sensibilisation à la VC dans les milieux de travailreprésente un élément incontournable. De plus, les ressources communautaires spécialisées en VC ont un rôle crucial à jouer dans la mise en œuvre de la législation.

Smartphone Apps for Domestic Violence Prevention: A Systematic Review.

This study systematically reviewed app-based interventions for domestic violence prevention, which will be helpful for app developers. We overviewed all apps concerning domestic violence awareness and prevention without language restrictions, collating information about features and limitations. We conducted searches in Google, the Google Play Store, and the App Store (iOS) covering a 10-year time period (2012-2022). We collected data related to the apps from the developers' descriptions, peer reviewed research articles, critical reviews in blogs, news articles, and other online sources. The search identified 621 potentially relevant apps of which 136 were selected for review. There were five app categories: emergency assistance (n = 61, 44.9%), avoidance (n = 29, 21.3%), informative (n = 29, 21.3%), legal information (n = 10, 7.4%), and self-assessment (n = 7, 5.1%). Over half the apps (n = 97, 71%) were released in 2020-22. Around a half were from north-east America (n = 63, 46.3%). Where emergency alerts existed, they required triggering by the potential victim. There was no automation. Content analysis showed 20 apps with unique features, including geo-fences, accelerometer-based alert, shake-based alert, functionality under low resources, alert auto-cancellation, anonymous communication, and data encryption. None of the apps deployed artificial intelligence to assist the potential victims. Apps currently have many limitations. Future apps should focus on automation, making better use of artificial intelligence deploying multimedia (voice, video, image capture, text and sentiment analysis), speech recognition, and pitch detection to aid in live analysis of the situation and for accurately generating emergency alerts.

Awareness of Domestic Abuse or Violence

Awareness of Domestic Abuse or Violence

The Prevalence and Characteristics of Physical Violence Against Married Women in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional National Study

Background and Aims: Physical violence against women is a major public health issue worldwide, and it is associated with serious effects on the health of victims. The aim of this study is to explore physical violence among married women in Saudi Arabia, by describing the frequency, severity, and consequences of this violence. Exploring the victim’s reaction to the violence is also one of the objectives of this study. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from May 2020 to June 2020. The data was collected using an electronic survey that was distributed using social media. Results: 352 (15.6%) of the participants reported that they have been subjected to physical violence by their husbands at least once. Approximately half (45.9%) of the women who experienced physical violence were abused in front of their children. The majority of abused women have said that their husbands’ violence affected their physical or mental health (92.4%). 81% of abused women in this study did not ask for help from specialized services. The most common reasons for not asking for help were because victims were afraid that they will lose their children (38.3%), bring shame to the family (28.2%), or that they were afraid of divorce (24.3%). Conclusion: Findings from this study suggest an urgent need for policymakers to facilitate reporting domestic violence and helping the victims. Also, domestic violence awareness campaigns in the community would be beneficial. Moreover, domestic screening programs should be implanted in healthcare settings to identify possible victims.

“We F—ing Got Osuna”: Examining the Maintenance of Patriarchy and Journalistic Routines in A Major League Baseball Clubhouse

ABSTRACT Elite professional athletes in the NBA, NHL, NFL and MLB have all been accused of domestic violence. This occurs in a cultural arena already predicated on patriarchy and capitalism and rife with toxic masculinity, which combine to create traumatic, gendered realities for women sports journalists and violent and exploitative labor norms for athletes. Through a critical discourse analysis of 76 articles from U.S. newspapers, magazines, and online news sites, this study examines the specific case of a 2019 outburst from Houston Astros assistant general manager Brandon Taubman, who directed pointed praise of an Astros player accused of domestic violence at three female sports journalists, one of whom wore a domestic violence awareness bracelet. By examining news coverage of this prominent incident — and the meta-journalistic discourse that permeated it — this study identified three problematic discursive maneuvers through which journalists avoided directly addressing the topic of patriarchy and its influence in this incident and the wider sports industry, while instead prioritizing issues of journalistic credibility and baseball culture and minimizing domestic violence as strategic distraction.

Kadınların Aile İçinde Yaşanan Şiddete İlişkin Farkındalık Düzeylerinin İncelenmesi

Objective: The study was conducted to examine the awareness levels of women about domestic violence.
 Material and Method: The population of the descriptive study consists of women between the ages of 18-65 residing in Artvin and Osmaniye. The study was completed with 433 participants who met the research criteria. The data were collected using the “Sociodemographic Data Form” and the “Domestic Violence Awareness Scale”.
 Findings: 37,9% of the participants were exposed to family violence. Women reported verbal and emotional violence (21%) as the most common type of violence. 17,8% of women have been exposed to violence by more than one person. The total mean score of Domestic Violence Awareness Scale is 24,15±0,22. A statistically significant difference was found between the age, employment status, education level, marital status, number of children and type of marriage of the woman and her husband, and the total mean score of Domestic Violence Awareness Scale. A statistically significant difference was found between the type of violence and the total mean score of Domestic Violence Awareness Scale. According to this, the total mean score of Domestic Violence Awareness Scale of the women who were exposed to economic violence was found to be statistically significantly higher than the women who were not exposed to domestic violence, who were exposed to verbal emotional violence, and who were exposed to multiple violence.
 Conclusion: In the study, it was determined that women's awareness of domestic violence was at a low level. Factors affecting the awareness of domestic violence and the level of family violence awareness of women should be evaluated; Studies should be carried out to raise awareness about domestic violence and to prevent violence.

Application of AI in Prevention and Awareness of Domestic Violence

Application of AI in Prevention and Awareness of Domestic Violence

Women’s perceptions of domestic, intimate partner violence and the government’s interventions in Nigeria: A qualitative study

Domestic violence, including intimate partner violence, increased exponentially following the Covid-19 pandemic. Nonetheless, there appears to be a paucity of research that draws on a social constructionist theoretical lens to explore women’s perspectives of the Nigerian government’s interventions addressing such violence. The study recruited 24 purposively selected female participants from Delta state, Nigeria. Informed by a social constructionist thematic analysis, findings revealed that they were a perceived sense that law enforcement agencies’ gender-biased response to domestic violence complaints and lack of awareness of legal solutions fuel domestic violence. The study recommends a randomised control trial to test the efficacy of legal education interventions in improving domestic violence awareness in Nigeria.

Legal Education on The Prevention of Criminal Violence In Household During The Covid-19 Pandemic

Introduction: Violence against wives that occurs in the household is not only experienced and found in the public area, but is also very popular in the domestic area which is categorized as a form of violence contained in the Law on the Elimination of Domestic Violence (UU PKDRT).Purposes of Devotion: Providing understanding to the communityin Kawatu Hamlet, West Seram District (SBB), regarding domestic violence and the efforts made to prevent domestic violence. Method of Devotion: The method used is legal counseling to the community about efforts to prevent domestic violence in Kawatu Hamlet, West Seram District (SBB).Results of the Devotion: Implementation of PKM activities in Kawatu Hamlet, West Seram District (SBB) it can be found and it is known that prevention efforts against criminal acts of domestic violence include preventive efforts. This effort is made to build public awareness of domestic violence.