%0 Journal Article
%T Serendipitous intervention: qualitative findings from the study of dynamic patterns of husband-to-wife abuse
%J Journal of family violence
%D 2013
%A Becho, Johanna
%A Burge, Sandra K.
%A Katerndahl, David A.
%A Ferrer, Robert L.
%A Wood, Robert C.
%V 28
%N 3
%P 243-251
%X This mixed methods study observed day-to-day dynamics of husband-to-wife abuse. Daily reporting and weekly interaction with a research associate appeared to offer great benefit. A sample of 20 women age 20-62, were enrolled. Participants at high risk for abuse were excluded. Women who met the inclusion criteria completed a baseline questionnaire. Participants were instructed to complete a daily telephone assessment for 60 days to track the prior day's abuse severity and potential violence predictors. Participants also completed a qualitative end-of-study interview. Women reported an increased awareness of community resources, heightened self-esteem and coping empowerment. Seven women (35 %) left their abusive relationships. Women who left were more educated but had lower socio-economic status (SES). Participants in common-law marriages were also more likely to leave. The unforeseen consequences of daily reporting coupled with regular contact with an engaged listener were positively associated with a woman's readiness for change.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group
%@ 0885-7482
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10896-013-9493-1