Exploring the experiences and coping strategies of older women encountering domestic violence and abuse: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The number of older people in society is increasing worldwide. Yet their welfare needs often remain unmet, posing a global threat to public health. Consequently, the identification of effective coping strategies in this context is crucial, particularly for those who identify as women, who are more likely to experience violence than other groups. A paucity of evidence for such strategies in Iran exist, where cultural, social, and environmental influences prevail within society.

Method

This qualitative study included women (n = 16) aged between 61 and 97 years old who had experienced domestic violence in Tehran, Iran. Semi-structured individual interviews were conducted in 2023. Purposive sampling was employed with maximum diversity. Inductive content analysis was u

SUBMITTER: Jamshidimanesh M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12004851 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature