Title
Exploring a Domestic Violence Intervention Curriculum for Immigrant Mexican Women in a Group Setting: A Pilot Study
Department/School
Social Work
Date of this version
2013
Document Type
Article
Keywords
domestic violence, intervention, programs and curriculum, immigrant Mexican women, groups
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/01609513.2013.767130
Abstract
In 2011–2012, a qualitative exploratory pilot study was conducted to examine the experiences of immigrant Mexican women using a culturally specific domestic violence intervention model curriculum in a Midwestern state. Using a psychoeducational group format, 20 immigrant Mexican women participated in two 11-week groups over a 9-month period at a community-based health clinic. Findings indicated immigrant Mexican women examined current relationships, dating, and domestic violence dynamics in group settings and reported changes in self-esteem within their own culture. Implications for social workers include learning how they can use culturally competent curriculums and programs in group formats.
Volume
36
Issue
4
Published in
Social Work with Groups
Citation/Other Information
Marrs Fuchsel, C. L., & Hysjulien, B. (2013). Exploring a domestic violence intervention curriculum for immigrant Mexican women in a group setting: A pilot study. Social Work with Groups, 36(4), 304-320. https://doi.org/10.1080/01609513.2013.767130