Abuse of women with disabilities: State of the science

Dena Hassouneh-Phillips, Mary Ann Curry

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Abstract

Women with disabilities experience abuse at similar or higher rates than women in the general population. In addition to experiencing emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, women with disabilities may also experience disability-specific forms of abuse for prolonged periods of time and from multiple perpetrators. To promote awareness of this serious problem, this article offers a brief overview of the general domestic violence literature and a critical review of existing research regarding the abuse of women with disabilities. Following these reviews, we offer an overview of practical implications and existing resources in this Important area.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)96-104
Number of pages9
JournalRehabilitation Counseling Bulletin
Volume45
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - 2002

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Rehabilitation
  • Applied Psychology
  • Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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