Citation

Molina O, Abel EM. J. Divorce Remarriage 2010; 51(2): 124-140.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/10502550903455190

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This qualitative study explores the postdivorce adjustment of battered Latina immigrants. Three focus groups were conducted. Data were analyzed utilizing a grounded theory approach. Five conceptual themes were unearthed including: (a) intimate partner violence (IPV) as the precipitator for divorce; (b) motivations for leaving; (c) the impact of the Latino culture on marriage, separation, and postdivorce; (d) immigration and other legal and social issues; and (e) postdivorce/post-IPV experiences. Implications for practice are drawn. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) (journal abstract)