Publications by authors named "Desiree Bertand"
Glob Health Action
May 2015
Article Synopsis
- Women of African descent face high rates of intimate partner abuse (IPA), with a study examining 1,545 women revealing varying prevalence rates across locations in the US and US Virgin Islands.
- Lifetime IPA rates were reported at 45% in St. Thomas, 38% in St. Croix, and 37% in Baltimore, indicating substantial exposure to abuse.
- The study highlights the impact of cultural attitudes toward intimate partner violence (IPV) on abuse experiences, suggesting that tailored interventions should address both individual and community factors.
