The Reasons Behind Intimate Partner Sexual Violence and Its Psychological Consequences: A Qualitative Study

Background: In a society where rape is considered the most horrible crime against women, marital rape or intimate partner sexual violence is still not recognized as a form of violence. This paper aims to determine the reasons behind intimate partner sexual violence and its psychological consequenc...

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Glavni autor: Salsabil, Nishat
Format: Disertacija
Jezik:engleski
Izdano: AUW 2025
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Online pristup:https://repository.auw.edu.bd/handle/123456789/413
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description Background: In a society where rape is considered the most horrible crime against women, marital rape or intimate partner sexual violence is still not recognized as a form of violence. This paper aims to determine the reasons behind intimate partner sexual violence and its psychological consequences in Chittagong. Methods: Twenty married women from rural and urban areas were interviewed in-depth. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. Interviews began with their consent and continued after that. Result: Half of the participants admitted to feeling inferior in their marriages. Moreover, before entering into an intimate relationship, more than half of the participants are not asked for their permission. Furthermore, they engage in sexual activities out of intimidation and fear. These have a negative psychological impact that remains unaddressed. Conclusion: To confront this situation, governments must use a multifaceted strategy that combines knowledge, self-determination, and instruction. The only way to stop abuse against women is through women's empowerment.
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spelling 123456789-4132026-02-18T06:09:48Z The Reasons Behind Intimate Partner Sexual Violence and Its Psychological Consequences: A Qualitative Study Salsabil, Nishat Qualitative Study, Intimate Partner Sexual Violence, Psychological Consequesnces. Background: In a society where rape is considered the most horrible crime against women, marital rape or intimate partner sexual violence is still not recognized as a form of violence. This paper aims to determine the reasons behind intimate partner sexual violence and its psychological consequences in Chittagong. Methods: Twenty married women from rural and urban areas were interviewed in-depth. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. Interviews began with their consent and continued after that. Result: Half of the participants admitted to feeling inferior in their marriages. Moreover, before entering into an intimate relationship, more than half of the participants are not asked for their permission. Furthermore, they engage in sexual activities out of intimidation and fear. These have a negative psychological impact that remains unaddressed. Conclusion: To confront this situation, governments must use a multifaceted strategy that combines knowledge, self-determination, and instruction. The only way to stop abuse against women is through women's empowerment. 2025-05-25T09:29:00Z 2025-05-25T09:29:00Z 2023 Thesis https://repository.auw.edu.bd/handle/123456789/413 en application/pdf AUW
spellingShingle Qualitative Study, Intimate Partner Sexual Violence, Psychological Consequesnces.
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The Reasons Behind Intimate Partner Sexual Violence and Its Psychological Consequences: A Qualitative Study
title The Reasons Behind Intimate Partner Sexual Violence and Its Psychological Consequences: A Qualitative Study
title_full The Reasons Behind Intimate Partner Sexual Violence and Its Psychological Consequences: A Qualitative Study
title_fullStr The Reasons Behind Intimate Partner Sexual Violence and Its Psychological Consequences: A Qualitative Study
title_full_unstemmed The Reasons Behind Intimate Partner Sexual Violence and Its Psychological Consequences: A Qualitative Study
title_short The Reasons Behind Intimate Partner Sexual Violence and Its Psychological Consequences: A Qualitative Study
title_sort reasons behind intimate partner sexual violence and its psychological consequences a qualitative study
topic Qualitative Study, Intimate Partner Sexual Violence, Psychological Consequesnces.
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