Date of Award
5-2026
Document Type
Project
Degree Name
Master of Social Work
Department
School of Social Work
First Reader/Committee Chair
Loveland, Emily
Abstract
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a widespread issue that disproportionately affects women, causing significant physical, psychological, and economic harm. Although research has explored IPV prevalence and risk factors, fewer studies address how race, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, and disability intersect to shape women’s experiences and access to support. Generalizing survivors’ experiences often leads to overlooked services and policies for marginalized women. This study addresses that gap through a qualitative systematic review of peer-reviewed research on IPV victimization among women in the United States. A thematic analysis will be used to identify patterns related to systematic inequalities, help-seeking barriers, and the role of intersectionality in shaping IPV experiences. Findings aim to deepen the understanding of challenges faced by underrepresented survivors and inform social work practice, advocacy, and policy. This research seeks to promote more inclusive, culturally responsive approaches that better support diverse IPV survivors in achieving safety and justice.
Recommended Citation
Phan, Phileine, "Female Victimization in Intimate Partner Violence" (2026). Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations. 2402.
https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd/2402
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