@article{ref1,
title="The wall of silence: perceived barriers to gender-based violence disclosure among women in the perinatal period",
journal="Canadian journal of nursing research",
year="2023",
author="Mirlashari, Jila and Brotto, Lori A. and Lyons, Janet and Pederson, Ann",
volume="ePub",
number="ePub",
pages="ePub-ePub",
abstract="STUDY BACKGROUND: Gender-based violence is a global concern. The perinatal period is a crucial time for early identification of the harmful impact of violence on the well-being of both mothers and infants. However, it has been observed that many women choose not to disclose their experiences to their healthcare providers. <br><br>PURPOSE: To gain insight into this issue, a study was conducted to explore the perspectives of both survivors and healthcare providers regarding the barriers to disclosure. <br><br>METHODS: Through the utilization of a thematic analysis approach, a total of 28 interviews were conducted, involving 12 survivors and 16 healthcare providers. <br><br>RESULTS: Data analysis revealed barriers to disclosure at the individual, community, and healthcare system levels. <br><br>CONCLUSION: Health-care providers have a pivotal role in creating an atmosphere where women are encouraged to break the silence and a paradigm shift in the health system approach towards GBV is necessary.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0844-5621",
doi="10.1177/08445621231220810",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/08445621231220810"
}