Citation

Roy D. Violence Against Women 2012; 18(9): 1108-1118.

Affiliation

1Manavi, Inc., New Brunswick, NJ, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/1077801212461431

PMID

23108807

Abstract

The purpose of this practice note is to explore issues that arise in Manavi's work with South Asian women who use nonfatal force in heterosexual intimate relationships. It provides a nuanced understanding of the contexts within which a South Asian woman uses physical force. It addresses the many barriers a South Asian woman faces in an abusive relationship that ultimately may lead her to use of force. The goal of the practice note is to act as a tool to strengthen advocacy and service provision made available to South Asian female survivors of violence and abuse.

Language: en