A systematic review of intimate partner violence interventions focused on improving social support and/ mental health outcomes of survivors

Ogbe, Emilomo; Harmon, Stacy; Bergh, Rafaël Van den; Degomme, Olivier

doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0235177

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“…Halpern-Meekin points out that childhood experiences, cultural norms around social roles, and interpersonal dynamics, come together to influence how people establish high-quality relationships during their life course and when lacking or dysfunctional, can lead to social poverty [70]. With this background in mind, results call for further research to delve into how trust is built and enabled by social structures after sex trafficking and how restorative relationships with caring adults can enhance survivors resilience and parenting [71,72].…”

Section: The Influence Of Pre and Post Trafficking Factors On Women's Responses To Parenting Challengesmentioning

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How trauma related to sex trafficking challenges parenting: Insights from Mexican and Central American survivors in the US

Marti-Castaner¹,

Fowler²,

Landers³

et al. 2021

PLoS ONE

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Sex trafficking, a form of human trafficking for the purpose of commercial sexual exploitation, with a global prevalence of 4.5 million, has pervasive effects in the mental and physical health of survivors. However, little is known about the experiences and needs of Latinx migrants (the majority of sex trafficking victims in the US) after trafficking, particularly regarding parenting. This QUAL-quant study examines how 14 survivors of sex trafficking (mean age = 30) from Mexico and Central America encounter and respond to parenting experiences after escaping sexual exploitation. Combining a bio-ecological model of parenting with Zimmerman’s framework on human trafficking we identified how trauma related to sex trafficking can challenge parenting and how relational and contextual pre and post trafficking factors (dis)enable women to respond to such challenges. Psychological consequences of daily victimization primarily manifested in three ways: overprotective parenting in a world perceived to be unsafe, emotional withdraw when struggling with stress and mental health symptoms, and challenges building confidence as mothers. These experiences were accentuated by pre-trafficking experiences of neglect and abuse, forced separation from their older children, poverty post-trafficking, and migration-related stressors. Yet, finding meaning in the birth of their child, having social support, and faith, also enable mothers to cope with such challenges. We conclude that motherhood after surviving sex trafficking presents new challenges and opportunities in the path to recovery from trauma. Interventions at the policy, community and individual level are needed to support survivors of sex trafficking as they enter motherhood.

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Section: The Influence Of Pre and Post Trafficking Factors On Women's Responses To Parenting Challengesmentioning

confidence: 99%

How trauma related to sex trafficking challenges parenting: Insights from Mexican and Central American survivors in the US

Marti-Castaner¹,

Fowler²,

Landers³

et al. 2021

PLoS ONE

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“…Its length and intensity may not be feasible in some settings, but, based on the staff and participant feedback, a shorter, less-intensive version of the intervention may not offer as much support as women need. The value of having a longer intervention is further supported by the fact that most IPV interventions involve multiple sessions over a period of weeks or months [ 24 ]. One possible approach to reduce the burden on clinic staff would be to have some or all components of the intervention self-administered through a computer rather than requiring a counselor [ 25 – 29 ].…”

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Acceptability and feasibility of the CHARISMA counseling intervention to support women’s use of pre-exposure prophylaxis: results of a pilot study

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Background Women may need or seek male partner approval to safely and consistently use oral antiretroviral pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) or vaginal microbicides. We developed CHARISMA, a counseling intervention to support women’s relationships and their ability to consistently use HIV prevention products. Methods In a pilot study with 95 female participants in Johannesburg, South Africa, lay counselors implemented CHARISMA, assessing participants’ relationship(s) with their male partner(s) and barriers or facilitators to HIV prevention method use, and then providing tailored, interactive counseling. We conducted study participant surveys and clinic staff interviews to evaluate CHARISMA’s feasibility and acceptability. Results The CHARISMA pilot study indicates that a two-session relationship counseling intervention with 6-month follow-up to support women’s ability to safely and effectively use vaginal microbicides was generally acceptable and feasible. Most participants thought CHARISMA was relevant, helpful, and about the right length, and that it had a positive impact on their relationships with their partners and their product use. Staff estimated that the intervention took 1.5–2 h to implement at enrollment and 45 min to an hour for the month 1 visit. They thought that overall CHARISMA was generally feasible to implement. Conclusions Findings from this study suggest several lessons learned that may be relevant to others developing interventions supporting women’s use of oral PrEP or vaginal microbicides. The use of lay counselors instead of nurses to deliver counseling appeared to be successful, but the counselors experienced significant stress from hearing about participants’ traumatic experiences and required emotional support to avoid burnout. Although staff and participants felt that having multiple intervention sessions over time was valuable, a similar level of intensity may not be feasible in other settings. Further research is needed to determine an intervention delivery mode and follow-up period that optimally balances participant needs and clinic resources. Male engagement was a challenge, as it has been in previous studies of vaginal microbicides. Alternative strategies to reach men that do not require them to come to the clinic or rely on their female partners may be more effective.

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“…Women in abusive relationships often try to leave their partners to protect themselves and their children, which puts them at greater risk of a multitude of negative outcomes. 36 Furthermore, literature shows that women LWHA experiencing IPV prefer someone who listens to them with respect and assists them with finding housing resources, while also supporting them through setbacks. This lack of safe homes placed women and their children at risk of further exposure to IPV.…”

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Coping strategies available for women living with HIV/AIDS experiencing intimate partner violence in the Singida region, Tanzania

Kosia

Frumence

Nyamhanga

et al. 2021

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: Intimate partner violence is a major public health problem in Tanzania, yet little is known about the coping strategies among women living with HIV/AIDS who experiencing IPV. The objective of the study was to explore the coping strategies employed by women living with HIV/AIDS experiencing IPV who attended care and treatment services in the Singida region.Methods: A qualitative phenomenology study design was performed in which data were collected through in-depth interviews with 35 women living with HIV/AIDS who also experienced IPV. Content analysis was used to analyse the data.Results: We found that women living with HIV/AIDS experienced IPV used family members, such as their mothers, sisters, and brothers as a coping mechanism to express their pains. Spiritual leaders counselled them spiritually and psychologically and they were advised on how to live with their violent partners. Other coping mechanisms included reporting to the police and the legal system, and the use of support groups. Through support groups, they obtained relief from depression, loneliness, isolation, stigma and discrimination.Conclusions: This study concludes that coping mechanisms helped women living with HIV/AIDS to reduce the stress associated with HIV/AIDS and intimate partner violence. The government of Tanzania should strengthen policies related to IPV and HIV/AIDS among all women in Tanzania. Moreover, local government authorities should build safe homes for all survivors of intimate partner violence throughout the country.

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A systematic review of intimate partner violence interventions focused on improving social support and/ mental health outcomes of survivors

Cited by 116 publications

References 48 publications

How trauma related to sex trafficking challenges parenting: Insights from Mexican and Central American survivors in the US

How trauma related to sex trafficking challenges parenting: Insights from Mexican and Central American survivors in the US

Acceptability and feasibility of the CHARISMA counseling intervention to support women’s use of pre-exposure prophylaxis: results of a pilot study

Coping strategies available for women living with HIV/AIDS experiencing intimate partner violence in the Singida region, Tanzania

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