The Global Crisis of Gender-Based Violence: Impacts on Women's Health, Societal Structures, and Legal Reforms
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Gender-based violence, Violence against women, Women’s health, Physical abuse, Psychological abuse, Intimate partner violence, Mental health, Legal reforms, Societal impacts, Gender inequality, Legal protections, Cultural change, Gender norms, Domestic violence, Public health, Social change, Trauma recovery, Women’s rights, Education and awareness, Sexual violenceAbstract
Violence against women is a pervasive global issue, with millions of women experiencing physical, sexual, and emotional abuse each year. This article examines the diverse forms of gender-based violence and its profound impacts on women's physical and mental health, societal structures, and legal frameworks. It proposes strategies for addressing the crisis, including strengthening legal protections, promoting education to challenge harmful gender norms, and encouraging cultural shifts towards gender equality.
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