A conceptual re-evaluation of reproductive coercion: centring intent, fear and control.
Reprod Health
; 18(1): 87, 2021 Apr 27.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Reproductive coercion and abuse (RCA) is a hidden form of violence against women. It includes behaviours intended to control or dictate a woman's reproductive autonomy, for the purpose of either preventing or promoting pregnancy. MAIN TEXT In this commentary, we argue that there is a lack of conceptual clarity around RCA that is a barrier to developing a robust evidence base. Furthermore, we suggest that there is a poor understanding of the way that RCA intersects with other types of violence (intimate partner violence; sexual violence) and-as a result-inconsistent definition and measurement in research and healthcare practice. To address this, we propose a new way of understanding RCA that centres perpetrator intent and the presence of fear and/or control. Recommendations for future research are also discussed.CONCLUSION:
We suggest that IPV and SV are the mechanisms through which RCA is perpetrated. In other words, RCA cannot exist without some other form of co-occurring violence in a relationship. This has important implications for research, policy and healthcare practice including for screening and identification of women in reproductive healthcare settings.Palavras-chave
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Assunto principal:
Delitos Sexuais
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Parceiros Sexuais
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Coerção
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Medo
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Violência por Parceiro Íntimo
Tipo de estudo:
Guideline
Limite:
Female
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Humans
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Pregnancy
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2021
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