Question

Dominique is a recently divorced woman in her 30s who experienced some intimate partner violence during her previous marriage. According to research, what might Dominique’s experiences with future intimate relationships be like after experiencing intimate partner violence?

Answer 1

Answer:

Dominique's future intimate relationships will result to the following:

1. Lack of trust in her new relationship.

2. Traumatic experiences if she is scolded or shouted at by her new partner.

3. Delayed conception might occur due to injuries sustained from the previous relationship.

4. Cruel disposition towards new relationship might occur which she will overcome over time.

Explanation:

Intimate Partner Violence leads to physical and health injuries like gynecological problems, chronic pain, post-traumatic disorder, death, etc.

Research shows that women that experience Intimate Partner Violence find it difficult to settle in new relationships. Even when they settle, they struggle to maintain it as they grab to heal and overcome the previous relationship.