Menopause-Related Domestic  Violence in Bangladesh and Its Associated Factors

Md. Azim Rana; Sazin Islam; Sharmin Akter; Mst. Shamsun Naher; Md. Shariful Islam; Sonia Afroz Mukta; Sadia Afroz Rikta

doi:10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i11926

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Menopause-Related Domestic Violence in Bangladesh and Its Associated Factors

Md. Azim Rana, Sazin Islam, Sharmin Akter, Mst. Shamsun Naher, Md. Shariful Islam, Sonia Afroz Mukta, Sadia Afroz Rikta

Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · pp. 122–127 · Published 2 Oct 2023

10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i11926

Abstract

Background: Menopause, a natural physiological transition, has been associated with various health and psychosocial challenges. This study aimed to explore the association between menopausal symptoms and the occurrence of domestic violence in Bangladesh, considering a range of socio-economic and demographic determinants. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 500 Bangladeshi women aged 40-60. Data were collected using structured questionnaires, and the severity of menopausal symptoms was categorized as low, moderate, and severe. Chi-Square tests were utilized to establish associations. Results: Women with severe menopausal symptoms reported the highest occurrence of domestic violence at 58%. Emotional and psychological violence was most prevalent at 55%, followed by physical violence at 42%, economic deprivation at 28%, and sexual violence at 14%. Conclusion: The study underscores the pressing need for comprehensive interventions to address domestic violence against menopausal women in Bangladesh. A holistic approach, encompassing medical, psychological, socio-economic, and educational strategies, is crucial for effective mitigation.

Menopause domestic violence Bangladesh socio-economic determinants psychological health

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Md. Azim Rana, Sazin Islam, Sharmin Akter, Mst. Shamsun Naher, Md. Shariful Islam, Sonia Afroz Mukta, Sadia Afroz Rikta (2023). Menopause-Related Domestic Violence in Bangladesh and Its Associated Factors. Asian Journal of Medicine and Health , 122–127. https://doi.org/10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i11926

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Md. Azim Rana — Department of Public Health, First Capital University of Bangladesh, Chuadanga-7200, Bangladesh.
Sazin Islam — Department of Public Health, First Capital University of Bangladesh, Chuadanga-7200, Bangladesh.
Sharmin Akter — Central Medical College, Cumilla-3500, Bangladesh.
Mst. Shamsun Naher — Department of Sociology, First Capital University of Bangladesh, Chuadanga-7200, Bangladesh.
Md. Shariful Islam — Department of Public Health, First Capital University of Bangladesh, Chuadanga-7200, Bangladesh.
Sonia Afroz Mukta — Department of Public Health, First Capital University of Bangladesh, Chuadanga-7200, Bangladesh.
Sadia Afroz Rikta — Sociology Discipline, Khulna University, Khulna-9208, Bangladesh.

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