What question did this study set out to answer?

This research aims to explore how collectivistic values impact emotional abuse through internalized help-seeking stigma.

May 6, 2026

Collectivistic Values and Emotional Abuse in Romantic Relationships: The Mediating Role of Internalized Help-Seeking Stigma and the Influence of Dependability

Key Points

This research aims to explore how collectivistic values impact emotional abuse through internalized help-seeking stigma.
Examined the relationship between collectivistic values and emotional abuse victimization in romantic relationships.
Investigated the mediating role of internalized stigma for seeking help.
Assessed the influence of dependability on these dynamics.
Internalized stigma was identified as a key mechanism linking collectivistic values to emotional abuse (p=0.031).
Addressing stigma may mitigate emotional abuse risks, promoting healthier conflict resolution in collectivistic settings.
Culturally sensitive interventions targeting self-blame are likely beneficial.

Abstract

= .031). Findings indicate that internalized stigma for seeking psychological help is a mechanism linking collectivistic values to emotional abuse victimization in romantic relationships. Addressing stigma and self-blame in culturally sensitive interventions may reduce the risk of emotional abuse and promote healthier conflict resolution in collectivistic contexts.

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Cite This Study

SadeghMohammadi et al. (Mon,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fadaab03f892aec9b1e6fa https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1177/08862605261437062

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