| Titre : | Understanding domestic violence in rural south India : prevalence and associated risk factors in married women (2025) |
| Auteurs : | H. V. Nair ; A. Dinesh ; S. Sidharthan ; R. Bhaskaran |
| Type de document : | Article : texte imprimé |
| Dans : | Éthique & santé (Vol. 22, n° 3, septembre 2025) |
| Article en page(s) : | p. 202-212 |
| Note générale : |
Cet article fait partie du dossier « Tensions dans le soin ».
Doi https://doi.org/10.1016/j.etiqe.2025.04.001 |
| Langues: | Anglais |
| Sujets : |
Paramédical (MeSH) Culture (sociologie) ; Facteurs sociaux ; Femmes ; Inde ; Mariage ; Santé publique ; Statistiques ; Violence domestique |
| Résumé : |
« Background. – Domestic violence is a significant public health and human rights concern disproportionately affecting rural women, where socio-cultural norms often heighten vulnerability. Although Kerala, India, demonstrates high literacy and positive gender indicators, domestic violence remains prevalent, especially in rural areas. This study examines the one-year prevalence and associated factors of domestic violence among married women in a rural community in Ernakulam district, Kerala, through the lenses of the Social Ecological model, Feminist theory, and Patriarchal theory.
Methods. – A cross-sectional survey was conducted from April to June 2022 with 330 married women selected through multistage cluster random sampling. Data were gathered using a structured questionnaire adapted from validated scales, including the Revised Conflict Tactics Scale and the Indian Family Violence and Control Scale. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and logistic regression were used to assess prevalence and predictors of domestic violence. Results. – The one-year prevalence of domestic violence was 12.4%, with psychological abuse (10.6%) being most common, followed by physical (6.7%) and sexual violence (1.8%). Key predictors included dowry demands (AOR: 12.95; 95% CI: 3.9–43.11) and controlling behaviors (AOR: 131.95; 95% CI: 14.35–1213), while self-help group membership and having male children reduced the likelihood of violence. Conclusion. – These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions challenging patriarchal norms, promoting economic independence, and empowering rural women living in rural environment to reduce domestic violence. » |
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