THE SOCIOCULTURAL FACTORS INFLUENCING INDIVIDUALS TO STAY IN ABUSIVE MARRIAGES AND THE INTERGENERATIONAL TRANSMISSION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA
1 University of Jos, Jos, Nigeria Centre for Conflict Management and Peace Studies,
* Corresponding author: baamshalisabel@hjjgs.com.ng
* Corresponding author: baamshalisabel@hjjgs.com.ng
Abstract
This study examines the sociocultural factors influencing
individuals to stay in abusive relationships and the
intergenerational transmission of domestic violence in
Nigeria. A qualitative approach was employed to gather data
on the experiences and perceptions of individuals in abusive
relationships. The results show that cultural expectations,
family and community pressure, economic dependence,
stigma and shame, and religious beliefs are significant
factors influencing individuals to stay in abusive
relationships. Additionally, the study shows that domestic
violence is often transmitted from one generation to the
next, with children learning violent behaviours from their
parents. The findings highlight the need for a
comprehensive approach to address domestic violence in
Nigeria, including cultural sensitisation, economic
empowerment, and support services for victims.
Keywords
Domestic violence
intimate partner violence
Sociocultural
Intergenerational
children.
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How to Cite
ISABEL, B. (2025). THE SOCIOCULTURAL FACTORS INFLUENCING INDIVIDUALS TO STAY IN ABUSIVE MARRIAGES AND THE INTERGENERATIONAL TRANSMISSION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA. Humanity - Jos Journal Of General Studies, 16(1), 104-109. https://doi.org/10.67862/hjjgs.2025.618et7ce
B. ISABEL, "THE SOCIOCULTURAL FACTORS INFLUENCING INDIVIDUALS TO STAY IN ABUSIVE MARRIAGES AND THE INTERGENERATIONAL TRANSMISSION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA," Humanity - Jos Journal Of General Studies, vol. 16, no. 1, pp. 104-109, January 2025. doi: 10.67862/hjjgs.2025.618et7ce
