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Correlates of battering during pregnancy
J C Campbell1, M L Poland, J B Waller
1Wayne State University College of Nursing, Detroit, MI 48202.
Research in Nursing & Health
|June 1, 1992
Summary
Battering during pregnancy impacts maternal and infant health. Key factors linked to this violence include mental health issues, inadequate care, and substance use, highlighting the need for comprehensive nursing assessments.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Public Health
- Nursing
Background:
- Intimate partner violence during pregnancy poses significant risks to both maternal and fetal well-being.
- Understanding the multifaceted factors associated with battering is crucial for effective intervention and support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the constellation of factors associated with battering during pregnancy.
- To compare the severity of battering during pregnancy with abuse occurring at other times or by other perpetrators.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study involving 488 postpartum women, primarily Medicaid-eligible.
- Analysis of factors correlated with reported battering during pregnancy.
Main Results:
- The prevalence of battering during pregnancy was 7%.
- Significant correlates included anxiety, depression, housing instability, inadequate prenatal care, and substance use.
- Battering by a partner during pregnancy was associated with greater severity compared to other forms of abuse.
Conclusions:
- Several psychosocial and healthcare-related factors are significantly associated with battering during pregnancy.
- These findings underscore the importance of incorporating screening for intimate partner violence into routine nursing assessments of pregnant women.
- Early identification of these associated factors can facilitate timely interventions to improve outcomes for pregnant individuals and their infants.