Prevalence and predictors of physical partner abuse among Mexican American women

E.A. Lown and W.A. Vega

American Journal of Public Health, 2001, vol. 91, issue 3, 441-445

Abstract: Objectives. This study determined the lifetime prevalence of physical abuse by a current partner among women of Mexican origin and assessed factors associated with abuse. Methods. Data are for a subsample of 1155 women with current partners from a larger population-based cross-sectional survey of US residents of Mexican origin. Results. The self-reported prevalence of physical abuse by a current partner was 10.7%. In multivariate analysis, factors associated with physical abuse included US birthplace (odds ratio=2.1;95% confidence interval=1.24, 3.56), young age, urban residence, and having 4 or more children. Social support and regular church attendance were protective. Conclusions. The self-reported prevalence of physical abuse among Mexican American women is high. US birth is associated with increased risk of abuse. Community-based prevention efforts should be aimed at this population.

Date: 2001
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