Publications by authors named "Tsegaye Abdi"
Front Public Health
June 2024
Article Synopsis
- Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread issue, primarily affecting women, with nearly one-third experiencing it globally, often perpetrated by men in various types of relationships.
- A study in Gambella town found a lifetime prevalence of IPV at 58.8% and 51.8% in the last year, with more than half resulting in physical injury and significant factors linked to IPV including age, substance use, and family size.
- Overall, the findings highlight a critical need for intervention and awareness, as high rates of IPV were strongly associated with various social and economic factors.
