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March 1, 2026International Journal of Environmental Research and Public HealthOpen Access

The Health-Related Consequences of Gender-Based Violence Against Women in South Africa

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AEAndrew EnaifogheAAAyobami Precious Adekola

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Overview

Study explores health effects of gender-based violence in women, suggesting urgent need for support systems.

Key Points

  • The study aims to explore the health-related consequences of gender-based violence against women in South Africa.
  • Utilized quantitative data from healthcare facilities
  • Gathered qualitative insights from survivor accounts
  • Examined chronic medical ailments and mental health issues
  • Significant association between gender-based violence and chronic medical ailments like hypertension and reproductive health issues
  • Increased prevalence of mental health illnesses, including depression and PTSD among survivors
  • Observations of intergenerational health effects on children of GBV survivors, with increased risks of emotional and behavioral issues

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Enaifoghe et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a3d887ec16d51705d2f77chttps://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph23030298
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