Citation

Baker CK, Cook SL, Norris FH. Violence Against Women 2003; 9(7): 754-783.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2003, SAGE Publishing)

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Abstract

This study examined housing problems and homelessness after separation in a sample of 110 women who had experienced domestic violence. Of the sample, 38% reported homelessness. Similar percentages reported housing problems (e.g., late paying rent, skipping meals, threatened with eviction). Predictors of more housing problems included experiencing a greater severity of violence, contacting fewer formal systems, having less informational support, and receiving a negative response from welfare. Women's odds of reporting homelessness were reduced by 30% if police officers responded positively. These findings highlight the importance of changing system responses in an effort to reduce women's housing problems and risks for homelessness after separation. (Abstract Adapted from Source: Violence Against Women, 2003. Copyright © 2003 by SAGE Publications)

Domestic Violence Effects
Domestic Violence Victim
Spouse Abuse Effects
Spouse Abuse Victim
Homelessness Causes
Homeless Adult
Adult Female
Adult Victim
Female Victim
Partner Violence
Violence Against Women
Social Services Response
Social Services Utilization
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