Birthplace, Culture, Self-Esteem, and Intimate Partner Violence Among Community-Dwelling Hispanic Women

• NCJ Number: 245911
• Journal: Violence Against Women Volume: 19 Issue: 1 Dated: January 2013 Pages: 6-23
• Author(s): Rosa M. Gonzalez-Guarda; Amber L. Vermeesch; Aubrey L. Florom-Smith; Brian E. McCabe; Nilda P. Peragallo
• Date Published: January 2013
• Length: 18 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Report (Study/Research)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

The purpose of this study was to explore variations in demographics, culture, self-esteem, and intimate partner violence among Hispanic women according to birthplace, and to identify factors associated with these differences in intimate partner violence IPV.

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore variations in demographics, culture, self-esteem, and intimate partner violence among Hispanic women according to birthplace, and to identify factors associated with these differences in intimate partner violence IPV. Baseline data from a randomized control trial testing the efficacy of an HIV prevention program were used. Path analyses identified differences in IPV between Colombian women and women from other Central/South American countries. Self-esteem was the only factor associated with these differences. Interventions addressing the unique needs of Hispanic women from different subgroups are needed. Abstract published by arrangement with Sage.