Domestic Violence and Health of Pakistani Women

Overview

Journal Int J Gynaecol Obstet

Publisher Wiley

Specialty Gynecology & Obstetrics

Date 1999 Jul 15

PMID 10405066

Citations 29

Authors

F F Fikree

L I Bhatti

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Abstract

Objective: Assessment of the prevalence and health consequences of domestic violence among women in Karachi, Pakistan.

Methods: Confidential interviews were conducted among 150 women randomly selected from health facilities.

Results: 34% reported ever being physically abused, 15% ever being physically abused whilst pregnant and 72% of physically abused women were anxious/depressed. Physical abuse was a major predictor of anxiety/depression.

Conclusions: The magnitude, physical and mental health consequences of domestic violence represents a serious reproductive health concern for Pakistan.

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