The Effects of Domestic Violence on Women’s Health at Barangay Payatas B, Quezon City Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

Vol. 3, No. 1A

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the profile of respondents and assess the effects of domestic violence on women's mental, physical, and psychological health. The researchers used the descriptive research type and interviewed domestic violence victims. Although the victims still felt the trauma and suffering they experienced while being interviewed, they could move forward gradually. The main instrument used to gather information to answer the specific problem raised was the questionnaire.

The study concluded that based on the demographic profile of respondents, 20 victims of Violence Against Women (VAW) from the Barangay Payatas B, Quezon City, most of the victims were aged 26-33 years old, married, and often abused by the abuser. Most of them were high school graduates. Abuses had a significant impact on the victim's mental health.

The researchers recommend developing healthy nutrition and physical exercise for the victims. The barangay social workers must provide an expert psychiatrist for counselling and therapy for the victims and their perpetrators. The barangay must also conduct additional women's education and empowerment seminars to help them handle abuse situations. The study's findings show that the respondents prefer not to end their families and want to participate in seminars and counselling to improve their relationships.