A survivor group for battered women.

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Psychology
• Sociology

Background:

• Battered women require specialized care.
• Group interventions show promise for survivors of violence.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a group intervention model for battered women.
• To analyze the effectiveness and themes of survivor group discussions.

Main Methods:

• Utilized Lifton's survivor group prototype.
• Facilitated weekly group meetings for 1.5 years.
• Conducted content analysis of group discussions.

Main Results:

• The group intervention model was successfully implemented.
• Key themes emerged from the women's shared experiences.
• Literature supports the efficacy of this approach.

Conclusions:

• Group intervention is an effective nursing care strategy for battered women.
• This model provides a framework for supporting survivors of violence.