Exploring the Role of Social Support in Mitigating Domestic Violence in Old-Age Marriages in Nigeria

Adekunle Emmanuel Makanjuola, Olusola Adebola Adenekan and Clement Liambee Bam
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Adekunle Emmanuel Makanjuola: Social Studies Department, Federal College of Education, Abeokuta, Ogun State
Olusola Adebola Adenekan: Social Studies Department, College of Education, Katshina-Alaa
Clement Liambee Bam: Social Studies Department, College of Education, Katshina-Alaa

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2023, vol. 7, issue 6, 711-719

Abstract: Domestic violence is a pervasive problem in Nigeria, affecting individuals of all ages and backgrounds. However, research has shown that older adults may be particularly vulnerable to abuse, as they are often socially isolated and dependent on their partners for care and support. In this context, social support has been identified as a potential protective factor against domestic violence. This paper explores the role of social support in mitigating domestic violence in old age marriages in Nigeria. Drawing on a review of existing literature, the paper examines the various forms of social support that are available to older adults, including emotional, instrumental, and informational support. It also considers the ways in which social support can be mobilized to prevent and respond to domestic violence, such as through community-based interventions and support groups for survivors. The paper highlights several key findings. First, it notes that social support is a critical resource for older adults in preventing and coping with domestic violence. Second, it emphasizes the need for more research on the specific types of social support that are most effective in preventing and mitigating abuse in old age marriages. Third, it highlights the importance of community-based interventions that prioritize social support and address the unique needs of older adults. Overall, this paper underscores the critical role that social support can play in mitigating domestic violence in old age marriages in Nigeria. It suggests that greater attention should be paid to developing and implementing interventions that promote social support and address the unique needs of older adults in the context of domestic violence.

Date: 2023
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