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Dear Editors,
Recently, I read an insightful study by Haobijam and Singh (2024), 'Marital violence affects reproductive health and pregnancy outcomes in Northeast India', which sheds light on the complex connection between domestic violence and reproductive health. By drawing comparisons with the Philippine setting, I identified a number of significant parallels and divergences that are interesting to talk about.
'The findings indicate that ever-married women in Northeast India have faced physical violence.'1 This study carefully analyzes how marriage violence negatively affects reproductive health and pregnancy outcomes in northeast India. They draw attention to the widespread prevalence of domestic violence and its serious effects on women's reproductive health, including elevated risks of gynecological problems and unfavorable pregnancy outcomes.
'In the Philippines, adolescent girls and young women report the highest rates of IPV and physical violence during pregnancy of any age group in the country.'2 In the context of the Philippines, where intimate partner violence remains a prevalent issue, the findings of Haobijam and Singh resonate deeply. Laura and others discuss the relationship between intimate partner violence and family planning among girls and young women. This underscores the complex interplay between domestic violence and reproductive decision-making, further emphasizing the urgent need for intervention and support mechanisms.
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