The Prevalence and Nature of Violence Against Women Experiencing Homelessness: A Quantitative Study

Individuals experiencing homelessness—an extreme form of social exclusion—have considerably higher risk of being victims of violence than the general population. We analyze the episodes of violence suffered by 504 individuals experiencing homelessness in Spain, as well as the differences between men...

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Published inViolence against women Vol. 28; no. 6-7; pp. 1464 - 1482
Main Authors Calvo, Fran, Watts, Beth, Panadero, Sonia, Giralt, Cristina, Rived-Ocaña, Mercè, Carbonell, Xavier
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Los Angeles, CA SAGE Publications 01.05.2022
SAGE PUBLICATIONS, INC
Subjects
Addictions
Female
Gender differences
Gender-based violence
Homeless people
Homeless Persons
Humans
Male
Mental Health
Mental health services
Prevalence
Social exclusion
Social Problems
Victims
Violence
Violence against women
Women
Spain
victimization
homelessness
gender-based violence
homeless person
women
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Summary:Individuals experiencing homelessness—an extreme form of social exclusion—have considerably higher risk of being victims of violence than the general population. We analyze the episodes of violence suffered by 504 individuals experiencing homelessness in Spain, as well as the differences between men and women. The results indicate high levels of violence and suggest that gender (specifically, being a woman) is the primary factor driving exposure to violence among this group. Highlighting the reality of women experiencing homelessness can help social, mental health, and addiction services adjust responses to better address the needs of this group and offer comprehensive care.
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ISSN:1077-8012
1552-8448
DOI:10.1177/10778012211022780