The importance of spirituality in the lives of domestic violence survivors.
Violence Against Women
; 12(3): 240-50, 2006 Mar.
Article
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| ID: mdl-16456150
ABSTRACT
Women with abusive partners utilize a variety of coping strategies to deal with and heal from the violence and sense of betrayal they have experienced. For many women, their trust in a higher power and the support they receive from their faith community is integral to their healing. Of 151 women interviewed for this study, the majority (97%) noted that spirituality or God was a source of strength or comfort for them. Extent of religious involvement predicted increased psychological well-being and decreased depression. For women of color, greater religious involvement was also related to increased social support. Implications for research and direct services are discussed.
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Bases de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Complicaciones del Embarazo
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Sobrevivientes
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Mujeres Maltratadas
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Espiritualidad
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Relaciones Interpersonales
Tipo de estudio:
Prognostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Violence Against Women
Año:
2006
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos