Citation

Burke JG, Gielen AC, McDonnell KA, O'Campo PJ, Maman S. Violence Against Women 2001; 7(10): 144-1163.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, SAGE Publishing)

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Abstract

This article explores the suggestion that the transtheoretical model of behavior change is a promising conceptual framework for understanding how women end abuse in their intimate relationships. In-depth interviews were conducted with 78 women who were either currently in or had recently left abusive relationships. Women talked about the following five stages of behavior change: (a) nonrecognition (precontemplation), (b) acknowledgement (contemplation), (c) consideration of options (preparation), (d) selection of actions (action), and (e) utilization of safety strategies to remain free from abuse (maintenance). These results suggest that the model is consistent with how women describe surviving their abusive situations and have implications for both research and practice. (Abstract Adapted from Source: Violence Against Women, 2001. Copyright © 2001 by SAGE Publications)

Violence Against Women
Partner Violence
Adult Female
Adult Victim
Female Victim
Spouse Abuse Effects
Spouse Abuse Victim
Domestic Violence Effects
Domestic Violence Victim
Leaving An Abusive Relationship
Decision Making Process
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