Graduate Studies

 

First Advisor

Neeta Kantamneni

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Department

Educational Psychology

Date of this Version

5-2024

Document Type

Dissertation

Citation

A dissertation presented to the faculty of the Graduate College of the University of Nebraska in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy

Major: Psychological Studies in Education (Counseling Psychology)

Under the supervision of Professor Neeta Kantamneni

Lincoln, Nebraska, May 2024

Comments

Copyright 2024, Hali J. Santiago. Used by permission

Abstract

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a major public and social issue in the United States and is highly prevalent among multiracial individuals. This phenomenological study explored the experiences of multiracial IPV survivors. More specifically, utilizing an intersectional theoretical framework, this study explored the experiences during and after an abusive relationship, including the impact from trauma multiracial IPV survivors experienced and their healing processes. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 6 multiracial individuals that experienced IPV more than two years prior. Participants were asked questions around their experiences of abuse, leaving the relationship, how their multiracial identity or other social identities impacted their relationship, and what their healing hindrances and processes were. Two superordinate themes emerged: experiences and impact from IPV and healing journeys. Several subordinate themes emerged as well. Clinical implications, future research directions, and limitations of the present study are discussed.

Advisor: Neeta Kantamneni

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