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  • Title: Intimate partner violence: perceptions of Chuukese women.
    Author: Shoultz J, Magnussen L, Hansen K, Selifis SM, Ifenuk M.
    Journal: Hawaii Med J; 2007 Oct; 66(10):268-71. PubMed ID: 18065124.
    Abstract:
    PURPOSE: This qualitative study examined Chuukese women's views about Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). METHODS: Focus groups were conducted in Chuukese. Themes emerged from content analysis. RESULTS: Migration may disrupt protective cultural practices. Cultural norms place the responsibility for family peace on the women who perceive that IPV is closely linked with marital infidelity. IMPLICATIONS: Understanding cultural practices is important in addressing IPV.
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