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Violence against women: global and Myanmar perspectives

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It has been well-documented in Myanmar that violence against women (VAW) affects the overall health of women, yielding a negative impact on their social lives and their ability in domestic and income-generation activities. Women endure severe mental, physical and sexual health consequences as a result of experiencing violence inflicted by partners. It might not be obvious how violence affects women’s mental health, but VAW can trigger depression and emotional stress, which in extreme cases may lead to suicide attempts. Presently, there are few medical support services available for the women who experience such violence because many health services in Myanmar are too focused on sexual and reproductive health, and not attentive to VAW-related health services. A comprehensive health sector strategy— providing services for women who have experienced VAW— is needed as a matter of urgency. The Gender Equality Network (GEN), a prominent network in Myanmar which focuses on gender equality and women rights, published a study that revealed verbal, physical, sexual and psychological abuse leads to mental health issues. It is not always obvious but these forms of abuse play significant roles in the overall mental health of women. In some cases, depression and anxiety about life conditions and relationships also lead to severe mental health problems. Six of the women who were interviewed in this study reported suicide attempts or suicidal thoughts. As in other cultures, suicide is highly stigmatized and frowned upon in Myanmar’s multiple religious cultures. Yet these religious cultures do not stop them from attempting suicide, a fact which indicates the depth of the depression and of mental health consequences for women’s will to live.

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KP.IV.00052

KP.IV SHI v

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KP.IV SHW

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: ., 2000

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8 hlm. ; 32 cm.

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English

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KP.IV

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Kekerasan terhadap perempuan
Myanmar

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