The impact of specific battering experiences on the self-esteem of abused women

The impact of specific battering experiences on the self-esteem of abused women

A study examined the self-esteem of 48 women who were identified as battered and compared them to a group of 48 nonbattered women. The findings suggest that abuse that is controlling in nature might play a significant role in the feelings of powerlessness and hopelessness found in battered women.

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of family violence 1994-03, Vol.9 (1), p.35-45
Hauptverfasser: AGUILAR, R. J, NUNEZ NIGHTINGALE, N
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Adult
Biological and medical sciences
Domestic violence
Medical sciences
Psychology. Psychoanalysis. Psychiatry
Psychopathology. Psychiatry
Self image
Social research
Victimology
Women
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Zusammenfassung:A study examined the self-esteem of 48 women who were identified as battered and compared them to a group of 48 nonbattered women. The findings suggest that abuse that is controlling in nature might play a significant role in the feelings of powerlessness and hopelessness found in battered women.
ISSN:0885-7482
1573-2851
DOI:10.1007/BF01531967