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Physical violence during pregnancy.

S Chhabra1

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, India. chhabra_s@rediffmail.com

Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology : the Journal of the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
|August 19, 2007
PubMed
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Violence during pregnancy affects nearly half of pregnant women, with teenagers and illiterate women most affected. Healthcare providers must recognize this widespread public health issue.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Violence against women is a global issue.
  • Violence during pregnancy is a recognized clinical and public health concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence and causes of violence during pregnancy.
  • To examine the relationship between violence and demographic factors (age, education, occupation).
  • To investigate the immediate effects of violence during pregnancy.

Main Methods:

  • A pre-designed, semi-structured, pre-tested questionnaire was used.
  • 2,000 pregnant women were interviewed.
  • Data included demographic information, types of violence, and effects.

Main Results:

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  • 47.6% of pregnant women experienced physical violence during pregnancy.
  • Teenagers (65.63%) and illiterate women (70.32%) reported higher rates of assault.
  • Husbands were the perpetrators in 71.7% of cases, with physical impacts on the abdomen noted.

Conclusions:

  • Violence is a common occurrence during pregnancy.
  • Healthcare providers need to be aware of the prevalence and potential impact of violence on pregnant women.
  • Preventative measures and support systems are crucial for pregnant women experiencing violence.