Citation

Larance LY, Porter ML. J. Interpers. Violence 2004; 19(6): 676-690.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/0886260504263875

PMID

15140318

Abstract

This article explores the authors' practice observations of female domestic violence survivors' journey from first agency contact to active participation in a support group process. The authors have witnessed female victims of domestic violence challenging the social isolation imposed by their dominant partners as they search for meaning in their lives. As practitioners, they have observed women building trustful relationships and establishing supportive networks during the group process. In this article, the authors suggest that the support group process facilitates trust and network formation indicative of social capital.

Language: en