"From a Family Home to Hell": Experiences and Consequences of Intimate Partner Violence Among Married Jordanian Women. (2nd January 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Shoqirat, Noordeen; Almajali, Ayah; Alsaraireh, Arwa
• Is Part Of: Issues in mental health nursing. Volume 40:Number 1(2019)
• Page Start: 33
• Page End: 40
• Publication Date: 2019-01-02
• Subjects: Psychiatric nursing -- Periodicals; Mental health personnel -- Periodicals; 616.89023105
• DOI: 10.1080/01612840.2018.1485794
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0161-2840

Abstract

Abstract: This study aimed to understand the experience of intimate partner violence (IPV) and related consequences among married Jordanian women. A qualitative exploratory design using semi-structured interviews ( n = 10) was employed. Analysis of the qualitative data revealed two main themes. The first theme focused on the transition: "From a family home to Hell". The second theme was described as the path from wellness to illness, including an analysis of the various consequences of IPV. A continuous educational program for the victims themselves and healthcare professionals along with a serious partnership with legal and political institutions in Jordan is urgently needed.