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The analysis aims to describe disclosure patterns of sexual violence-related pregnancies and understand the reasons for survivor choices in disclosing information.

October 14, 2016PLoS ONEOpen Access

A Qualitative Analysis of Disclosure Patterns among Women with Sexual Violence-Related Pregnancies in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

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MOMonica Adhiambo OnyangoBoston University GBGillian BurkhardtBoston University JSJennifer ScottBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

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Qualitative analysis examines disclosure patterns of sexual violence-related pregnancies among women, suggesting the importance of trusted confidants.

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The analysis aims to describe disclosure patterns of sexual violence-related pregnancies and understand the reasons for survivor choices in disclosing information.
Qualitative interviews conducted with 55 women in South Kivu Province, divided into parenting (N=38) and termination groups (N=17).
Focused on the dialogue around sexual violence-related pregnancies and the characteristics of confidants.
Explored themes of trust and discretion in the disclosure process.
The majority of sexual violence-related pregnancies were conceived during prolonged sexual captivity.
Most disclosures were made to friends, family, and health care providers perceived as discreet and supportive.
Trust and discretion emerged as crucial factors influencing choice of confidants for disclosure.

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Onyango et al. (2016) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a121f25965b75813866a082 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0164631

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Qualitative analysis examines disclosure patterns of sexual violence-related pregnancies among women, suggesting the importance of trusted confidants.

A Qualitative Analysis of Disclosure Patterns among Women with Sexual Violence-Related Pregnancies in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

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A Qualitative Analysis of Disclosure Patterns among Women with Sexual Violence-Related Pregnancies in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

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