Social support factors associated with psychological resilience among women survivors of intimate partner violence in Gauteng, South Africa.
Mercilene Tanyaradzwa MachisaNicola ChristofidesRachel JewkesPublished in: Global health action (2019)
Social support indicators including social connectedness, stronger network ties and perceived supportive communities are key factors in fostering resilience among abused women. Interventions should aim to promote stronger and supportive social networks and increase women's utilization of formal support services.
Keyphrases
- social support
- depressive symptoms
- south africa
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- healthcare
- intimate partner violence
- mental health
- pregnancy outcomes
- cervical cancer screening
- young adults
- physical activity
- breast cancer risk
- hiv positive
- type diabetes
- sleep quality
- pregnant women
- insulin resistance
- metabolic syndrome
- hepatitis c virus
- men who have sex with men