@article{ref1,
title="Help-seeking behaviors of South Asian women experiencing domestic violence in the United States",
journal="Partner abuse",
year="2013",
author="Mahapatra, Neely and Dinitto, Diana M.",
volume="4",
number="3",
pages="295-313",
abstract="This study used survey methodology and logistic regression analysis to examine sociocultural factors (isolation, social support, acculturation, and patriarchy) associated with informal and formal help seeking among a community sample of 57 female domestic violence victims of South Asian origin residing in the United States. Of them, 35 (61%) reported seeking some type of help in the past year. Most of the 35 (60%) sought informal help. Participants who were more isolated from their spouse/partner and were not living with children were more likely to seek help. Most women said they sought help from others as a last option. Participants rated the effectiveness of many informal and formal sources of help as &quot;moderately&quot; to &quot;very&quot; helpful. The findings can be used to develop culturally specific intervention programs/services for South Asian women victims of domestic violence.<p />",
language="en",
issn="1946-6560",
doi="10.1891/1946-6560.4.3.295",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1891/1946-6560.4.3.295"
}