Intimate Partner Violence and Maternal Health in Lafia Metropolis, Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Abstract
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) significantly impacts women's sexual and reproductive health, with profound implications for maternal health, including a heightened risk of injury or fatality. The objectives of this study were to identify the factors contributing to intimate partner violence, examine its effects on pregnant women, and assess its implications for breastfeeding mothers. A survey research methodology was employed, involving a sample of two hundred and four (204) women selected through random and cluster sampling techniques. Data were gathered using questionnaires and interviews, and the results were presented in tabular form with accompanying percentages. Analysis was conducted through triangulation, and the study utilized social learning theory to elucidate the variables involved. The findings revealed that factors such as substance abuse, anger, depression, unemployment, and poverty are significant contributors to intimate partner violence. Furthermore, pregnant women who have experienced IPV are at an increased risk of miscarriage, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), preterm labour, and malnutrition. Additionally, the incidence of postpartum depression, haemorrhage, suicidal ideation, and perinatal mortality is notably higher among women who have encountered IPV. The study recommended, among other measures, the initiation of a comprehensive awareness campaign led by healthcare practitioners in collaboration with non-governmental organizations and private individuals to highlight the detrimental effects of intimate partner violence on maternal health. It is imperative for primary healthcare teams to take prompt and effective action to prevent and identify this issue, thereby enhancing the reproductive health of pregnant women.
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