Social Perceptions of Domestic Violence and its Implications forthe Mental Health and Recovery Process of Victims

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Published: 2021-07-22
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Social perceptions, Domestic violence, Social response, Mental health, Psychological trauma, Social support, Protection policy

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Fayola Issalillah
Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University of Malang, Indonesia
Rafadi Khan Khayru
Airlangga University of Surabaya, Indonesia

Abstract

Social perceptions of domestic violence have a major impact in shaping community responses and affecting the mental health of victims. This study examines how society perceives domestic violence and its impact on social support and psychological recovery of victims. The research was conducted through a literature study approach by analyzing various academic sources related to social perceptions, community responses, and psychological consequences of domestic violence. The results showed that negative perceptions, such as blaming the victim or considering domestic violence as a private matter, can inhibit victims from seeking help and increase the risk of mental disorders, including depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. Positive social support from the surrounding environment can accelerate victims' psychological recovery and increase their likelihood of exiting harmful relationships. The study also identified challenges in the implementation of recovery policies and services, including limited access to legal aid and mental health services. Changing social perceptions in favor of victims as well as strengthening protection policies and public education are very important. With wider awareness and a stronger support system, it is hoped that victims of domestic violence can gain better access to recovery and justice.

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2021): Journal of Social Science Studies (JOS3)

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Issalillah, F., & Khayru, R. K. (2021). Social Perceptions of Domestic Violence and its Implications forthe Mental Health and Recovery Process of Victims. Journal of Social Science Studies, 1(2), 125-130. https://jos3journals.id/index.php/jos3/article/view/67

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