@article{ref1,
title="Barriers to and methods of help seeking for domestic violence victimization: a comparison of Hispanic and non-Hispanic white women residing in the United States",
journal="Violence against women",
year="2018",
author="Bridges, Ana J. and Karlsson, Marie E. and Jackson, Jennifer C. and Andrews, Arthur R. and Villalobos, Bianca T.",
volume="24",
number="15",
pages="1810-1829",
abstract="This study examined strategies Hispanic and non-Hispanic White victims of domestic violence use to manage violence and leave their relationships. Participants ( N = 76, 41% Hispanic) completed self-report questionnaires and a semistructured interview with a language-congruent research assistant. Hispanics reported child care needs and fears of social embarrassment as barriers to leaving, while non-Hispanic Whites reported fewer social supports as a barrier. Hispanics were more likely to use legal resources for help, while non-Hispanic Whites used more informal resources. Recognizing unique barriers to leaving abusive relationships and accessing help can guide service providers and others to target vulnerable populations more effectively.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1077-8012",
doi="10.1177/1077801218754409",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1077801218754409"
}