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The Experiences of Multiracial Intimate Partner Violence Survivors: A Phenomenological Study
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.
Subject Area
Counseling Psychology|Mental health|Clinical psychology|Individual & family studies
Recommended Citation
Santiago, Hali J, "The Experiences of Multiracial Intimate Partner Violence Survivors: A Phenomenological Study" (2024). ETD collection for University of Nebraska-Lincoln. AAI31329984.
https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/dissertations/AAI31329984