Sensitivity to betrayal and new intimate relationship building in survivors of intimate partner violence.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

There is evidence that prior experience of intimate partner violence (IPV) can lead to high levels of sensitivity to betrayal, shame and self-criticism and interfere with initiation, development and maintenance of future intimate relationships. We measured these variables in women survivors of IPV, evaluating whether they are associated with the quality of current relationships.

Design

A cross-sectional, between-groups design was used, comparing women survivors of IPV divided into those satisfied with current intimate relationships, those dissatisfied and IPV survivors not in such a relationship. Women without a history of IPV were included as a benchmark group.

Method

Four groups: IPV single (N = 34), IPV dissatisfied (N = 25), IPV satisfied (N = 32) and t

SUBMITTER: Melin A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12617496 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature