Violence Against Women and Mental Health

Elsevier, Mental Health and Prevention 2013

Posted: 24 Aug 2013

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Anant Kumar

Xavier Institute of Social Service, Ranchi

Date Written: August 12, 2013

Abstract

Violence against women is a serious social and mental health problem and human rights abuse worldwide. It is an extremely complex phenomenon, deeply rooted in gender based power relations, sexuality, self-identity, and social institutions that pose a serious threat to women's mental health. This paper discusses the various factors behind violence against women with some cases and its consequences on women's mental health and wellbeing. The paper suggests that recognizing violence against women as a mental health issue is an essential first step which requires concerted and multi-sector responses backed by strong political commitment aimed at ending discrimination and violence against women.

Keywords: Mental health, Violence against women, Women, Policy, Human rights, Abuse

Suggested Citation

Kumar, Anant, Violence Against Women and Mental Health (August 12, 2013). Elsevier, Mental Health and Prevention 2013, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2315638

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