Types of domestic violence experienced by women in abusive relationships

Abstract

Domestic violence in abuse relationships is a serious challenge encountered by social workers. In this paper, the dfJerent types of domestic violence women in abusive relationships might experience are explored. A qualitative study with a phenomenological approach was proposed. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with a sample of twenty abused women. The results of the study show that participants were exposed to all types of domestic violence. Implications of the findings for case work, group work and community work intervention which social workers should take into account for intervention are highlighted.