A study from the University of Glasgow reveals that women who experience domestic violence are significantly more likely to suffer from traumatic brain injuries and long-term mental health conditions, such as PTSD. Analyzing data from 632 participants aged 40 to 59, it was found that 14% had a history of physical abuse. Even after 27 years post-abuse, these women's risk of mental health issues remained high, emphasizing the urgent need for awareness and targeted interventions regarding the effects of intimate partner violence on health outcomes.
The study concluded: Among those reporting exposure to IPV-PA, the majority reported a history of repetitive blows to the head and mild TBI.
The analysis also found that even after an average of 27 years since exposure to IPV-PA, the risk of mental health disorders remained just as high.
Given the global prevalence of intimate partner violence, particularly among women, these findings highlight a pressing need for further research in this field.
Researchers say the impact on mental health such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can last for decades.
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