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What does intimate partner violence mean for women with breast cancer? Experiences of Iranian women

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to identify the women's experiences of intimate partner violence (IPV) after breast cancer. METHOD: This is a qualitative descriptive study. Semi-structured interviews were carried out with 11 women with breast cancer, all participants referred to the outpatient Oncology Clinic in IRAN. Data were analyzed using conventional content analysis approach. RESULTS: The results revealed the essential category of "pervasive violence" which was manifested through six subcategories: 1) psychological violence, 2) physical violence, 3) sexual violence, 4) economic violence, 5) controlling behaviors, and 6) neglect. CONCLUSION: Women with breast cancer are more vulnerable to IPV and experience a wide range of IPV forms. Healthcare providers should monitor women with breast cancer in terms of IPV to prevent the consequences of IPV on the cancer treatment process.

Source: BMC Cancer

DOI: 10.1186/s12885-024-12815-4

Authors: Leila Sheikhnezhad, Hadi Hassankhani, Erika Metzler Sawin, Zohreh Sanaat, Mohammad Hasan Sahebihagh

Institutions: Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, James Madison University

Language: English

Topic: Intimate Partner and Family Violence

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Gender equality, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,390