When Wife-Beating Is Not Necessarily Abuse: A Feminist and Cross-Cultural Analysis of the Concept of Abuse as Expressed by Tibetan Survivors of Domestic Violence

Rajan, Hamsa

doi:10.1177/1077801216675742

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“…Violence in itself was considered a relatively acceptable matter. 91 Furthermore, it has been shown that women who have experienced violence in the household usually choose not to disclose it to or seek help from others. The National Family Health Survey in India (2014/2015) showed that only 14% of women who had ever experienced violence had sought help; among whom only 1% sought help from doctor or medical personnel.…”

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<p>Depression and Domestic Violence Experiences Among Asian Women: A Systematic Review</p>

Koirala¹,

Chuemchit²

2020

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Purpose: To determine the association of postpartum depression with domestic violence experiences among women in Asia. Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) is an important cause of maternal morbidity as well as mortality. There is increasing evidence that domestic violence (DV) increases the risk of PPD. Methods: We performed literature searches using the databases PUBMED, SCOPUS, Web of Science and Google Scholar, for studies published between January 2010 and May 2019. The keywords "postpartum", "postnatal", "depression", and "violence" were used. Observational studies conducted within Asia, and written in the English language, were included. Results: In the 38 studies included in this review (with 37,087 participants), the prevalence of PPD ranged between 8.2% to 70% and that of DV between 6.1% to 67.4%. There were 1.6 to 7.1 higher odds of PPD among sufferers of DV. Intimate partner violence (IPV) was the most relevant factor that women experiencing psychological abuse (which was the most prevalent form of IPV) were more at risk for, and violence/intimidation by other family members was also associated with PPD. Domestic violence increased the risk of suicidal ideation in PPD. Discussion: The findings of the review unequivocally shows the association between domestic violence and PPD. Maternal mental health is a neglected area of healthcare in many parts of Asia. Likewise, domestic violence is a readily recognized, but inadequately addressed social issue. We recommend that healthcare workers be trained to recognize and support the women who are vulnerable to violence and depression during pregnancy and postpartum. Policies need to be developed at national and global levels to tackle these issues with utmost urgency.

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<p>Depression and Domestic Violence Experiences Among Asian Women: A Systematic Review</p>

Koirala¹,

Chuemchit²

2020

IJWH

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“…Research is needed to identify cross-cultural distinctions in the consequences of forgiveness (and unforgiveness), given that conceptualisations and tolerance of IPV differ across societies, cultures and ethnic groups. For example, Rajan's 45 qualitative study involving a Tibetan group of victims, friends/relatives of victims, and perpetrators of physical partner abuse identified conditions in which abuse was perceived to be acceptable, or even justified. Along similar lines, based on evidence highlighting the role of third parties in the forgiveness process 46 , it would be prudent to explore the relevance and impact of broader social influences (i.e.…”

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Forgiveness moderates relations between psychological abuse and indicators of psychological distress among women in romantic relationships

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Forgiveness frequently occurs in a relational context and is a key ingredient for restoring and maintaining intimate relationships. Yet, certain interpersonal dynamics that sometimes motivate forgiveness (e.g. abuse) have the potential to adversely affect well-being, especially when ongoing exploitation occurs. In this study, we examined the role of forgiveness in moderating relations between psychological abuse and indicators of psychological distress in a sample of community-based South African women currently in a heterosexual romantic relationship. Participants (n=515) completed measures of decisional and emotional forgiveness of their partner, psychological abuse committed by their current partner during the course of the relationship, and depression, anxiety, and stress. Latent profile analysis identified two subgroups characterised by differing levels of forgiveness: partial forgiveness (high decisional forgiveness and moderate emotional forgiveness) and complete forgiveness (high decisional and emotional forgiveness). Regression analyses revealed that the relations of psychological abuse with depression and stress, but not anxiety, were moderated by ‘forgiveness of partner’. The complete forgiveness group scored lower on depression and stress when psychological abuse was lower, but higher on each outcome when psychological abuse was higher. The findings suggest that there may be conditions in which forgiveness of partner may promote or undermine the mental health of women who experience abuse perpetrated by their current partner.

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“…However, interpretations of acceptance of domestic violence might be associated with women’s agency and capacity to leave an abusive relationship. Rajan (2018) found that women did not really accept being hit or beaten, but they labeled violence as acceptable only because they did not believe leaving their abusive relationships was a possibility.…”

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“…Muslim women, including Afghan women, are creating their interpretations in complex discourses to identify abusive actions (Mahmood, 2011; Rajan, 2018). However, interpretations of acceptance of domestic violence might be associated with women’s agency and capacity to leave an abusive relationship.…”

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Understandings and Perceptions of Domestic Violence Among Newly Arrived Afghan Women in Australia

Afrouz

Crisp

Taket

2021

Violence Against Women

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Women’s perceptions of domestic violence vary across societies and cultures and might change by moving to a new society. This study aims to explore newly arrived Afghan women’s understandings and perceptions of domestic violence and whether they perceive this as acceptable. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 21 newly arrived Afghan women in Australia. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and analyzed inductively to generate and organize themes. The findings showed that informants had a sound knowledge and understanding of domestic violence, and many of them identified various forms of violence. Also, informants strongly rejected that violence against women be considered normal or acceptable.

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When Wife-Beating Is Not Necessarily Abuse: A Feminist and Cross-Cultural Analysis of the Concept of Abuse as Expressed by Tibetan Survivors of Domestic Violence

Cited by 21 publications

References 43 publications

<p>Depression and Domestic Violence Experiences Among Asian Women: A Systematic Review</p>

<p>Depression and Domestic Violence Experiences Among Asian Women: A Systematic Review</p>

Forgiveness moderates relations between psychological abuse and indicators of psychological distress among women in romantic relationships

Understandings and Perceptions of Domestic Violence Among Newly Arrived Afghan Women in Australia

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