Citation

Shaikh MA. J. Pak. Med. Assoc. 2000; 50(9): 312-314.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2000, Pakistan Medical Association)

DOI

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PMID

11043022

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Domestic violence is an important public health concern. This study assessed the prevalence and type of domestic violence perpetrated by men on their wives. SETTING: The study was conducted in a public sector hospital among men accompanying patients. METHODS: A cross-sectional survey based on a sample of convenience was conducted by the author, using a pre-tested questionnaire with mostly close-ended questions. RESULTS: All the respondents admitted to ever shouting or yelling at their wives, including while she was pregnant. Twenty-three (32.8%) respondents admitted to ever having slapped their wives and 54 (77.1%) admitted to ever engaging in a non-consensual sex with their wives. CONCLUSION: Population based studies are required to assess the type, frequency, risk factors and sequel of wife abuse, so as to establish practice guidelines.

Language: en