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Intimate partner violence at a tertiary institution
K Spencer1, M Haffejee, G Candy
1Department of Urology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. doctorkspencer@gmail.com.
South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
|November 16, 2016
Summary
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is prevalent among South African university students, affecting 42.6% as victims and 14% as perpetrators. This high exposure, particularly in health and social work fields, may impact future patient care.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
Background:
- Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant issue globally and in South Africa.
- University students, especially those in health and social work, are a vulnerable population with limited data on IPV prevalence.
- Understanding IPV among these students is crucial for their well-being and future professional practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV) within a diverse student population at a South African tertiary institution.
- To identify the types of IPV experienced by students (sexual, physical, emotional).
- To explore the dual roles of victim and perpetrator among students.
Main Methods:
- An anonymous questionnaire was administered to students in health sciences and social work faculties.
- Data collection focused on the prevalence and types of intimate partner violence (IPV).
- Awareness of available psychological support services was also noted.
Main Results:
- A response rate of 85.0% was achieved from 1,354 students.
- Overall IPV prevalence was 42.6%, with emotional abuse being the most common (54.9%).
- 14% of respondents identified as perpetrators, with a small overlap between victims and perpetrators of sexual abuse.
Conclusions:
- The prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV) among sampled medical and social work students is alarmingly high.
- Students experiencing IPV, both as victims and perpetrators, may face challenges in managing abuse cases in their future careers.
- There is a need for targeted interventions and support for students affected by IPV.
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