Violence Against Young Married Women in Rural Nepal
Author Information
Author(s): Lamichhane Prabhat, Puri Mahesh, Tamang Jyotsna, Dulal Bishnu
Primary Institution: Center for Research on Environment Health and Population Activities
Hypothesis
The study examines the association between women's status and the risk of violence against young married women in rural Nepal.
Conclusion
Violence against women is common among young married women in rural Nepal, and improving women's autonomy and inter-spousal communication could help reduce it.
Supporting Evidence
- 51.9% of women reported experiencing some form of violence in their lifetime.
- 25.3% reported physical violence and 46.2% reported sexual violence.
- 35.8% of women experienced some form of violence in the past 12 months.
- Low autonomy and lack of inter-spousal communication significantly increase the odds of experiencing violence.
Takeaway
Many young married women in rural Nepal experience violence, and talking more with their husbands and having more freedom can help keep them safe.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study was conducted using a two-staged systematic random sampling technique among 1,296 young married women aged 15-24 years.
Potential Biases
Potential underreporting of violence due to social stigma and sensitivity of the topic.
Limitations
The cross-sectional design limits causal inferences, and violence experiences may be underreported due to the sensitivity of the subject.
Participant Demographics
Young married women aged 15-24 years from four major ethnic groups in rural Nepal.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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