Volume : 3, Issue : 5, MAY 2017

VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND ITS EFFECT ON MENTAL HEALTH

Dr. Anshu Daud

Abstract

Violence against women and girls is one of the world’s most prevalent human rights violations, taking place every day, many times over, in every corner of the globe. It has serious short- and long-term physical, economic and psychological consequences on women and girls, preventing their full and equal participation in society. The magnitude of its impact, both in the lives of individuals and families and society as a whole, is immeasurable. Women in all countries, irrespective of status, class, age, caste or religion, experience violence in virtually all spheres of life, whether in the home, the school, at work, on the street, in government institutions, or in times of conflict or crisis. This article intends to highlight the psychological problems experienced by women after an experience of violence.

Keywords

Violence, Coercion, Deprivation, Sexual Harassment, Intimidation, Domestic Violence.

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