Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a major public health concern. Worldwide, 1 in 3 women have experienced domestic abuse/ violence in their lifetime. In most cases, family lawyers, advocates are first contact before the police. If the children are involved, finding the legal options become the priority for women before leaving the abuser. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of the HELP (Health, Education Legal Support Program) intervention among IPV survivors.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
56
Individual counseling were given to each intervention group participant. They were assisted with safety, emotional and mental support and referrals for health and financial assistance. Participants were also given handout to manage anxiety and panic situations during the legal procedures.
Gyansanjeevani
Būndi, Rajasthan, India
Gyansanjeevani
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Anxiety
Anxiety symptoms were assessed using the Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale
Time frame: Change from baseline anxiety symptoms at 4 weeks
Depression
Depression symptoms were assessed using the Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale
Time frame: Change from baseline depression symptoms at 4 weeks
Stress
Perceived Stress Scale was used to assess stress symptoms
Time frame: Change from baseline stress symptoms at 4 weeks
Self esteem
Rosenberg's Self-Esteem Scale was used to measure self esteem
Time frame: Change from baseline self esteem at 4 weeks
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