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Domestic violence reports in Brazil increased overall between 2015-2020, with younger women and specific states showing higher rates. Targeted interventions are needed for vulnerable groups and regions.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Domestic violence against women is a significant public health issue globally.
  • Understanding its epidemiology and spatial distribution is crucial for effective intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze domestic violence reports, excess risk, and spatial distribution among women in Brazil from 2015 to 2020.
  • To identify demographic and geographic patterns of domestic violence in Brazil.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive, cross-sectional study utilizing data from the Notifiable Health Conditions Information System (SINAN).
  • Calculation of violence reporting rates per 100,000 population and excess risk by Brazilian states.
  • Data visualization through tables and choropleth maps.

Main Results:

  • Analyzed 495,820 domestic violence reports.
  • Overall increase in reporting rates by 29.4% during the study period, with a 16.6% decrease between 2019 and 2020.
  • Highest rates observed in the 12-14 years age group; White and mixed-race women, and those with 8+ years of schooling showed higher proportions. States like Acre, Mato Grosso do Sul, Paraná, Minas Gerais, Tocantins, and Rio Grande do Sul had rates and excess risk above the national average.

Conclusions:

  • Domestic violence rates varied significantly, showing an overall increase and a 2020 decrease.
  • Younger women, White and mixed-race women, and those with higher education were disproportionately affected.
  • Geographic disparities were evident, with certain states exceeding national averages, underscoring the need for targeted, geographically specific interventions.