Citation

Bull A. J. Nurse Pract. 2010; 6(8): 606-611.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.nurpra.2010.01.018

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This phenomenological study explored the childhood experiences of women from southern Appalachia who had survived intimate partner violence. Three essential themes were derived: living as if an orphan, surviving in chaos, and manifesting a devalued self. These themes were congruent with findings from other research studies. These themes can provide insight for providers as they care for children and adolescents.