Citation

Agoff C, Herrera C, Castro R. Violence Against Women 2007; 13(11): 1206-1220.

Affiliation

National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/1077801207307800

PMID

17951593

Abstract

Research into intimate partner violence has shown that social isolation constitutes a risk factor, and the presence of social networks can be an important source of social support. This research note presents some results of an empirical study carried out in Mexico into women's social relations, especially their family relations, and their role in the promotion of traditional gender norms. Findings indicate that some of the main conditions that are associated with the production of violence against women are either generated or reinforced within the realm of what can be regarded as women's "strong ties."

Language: en