Study of Mental Health,Self Esteem and Domestic Violence in relation to type of Family and tenure of Marriage

Abstract

This study presents an overview of the pattern of perceived mental health self-esteem and domestic violence in relation to type of family and tenure of marriage. Domestic violence is a pervasive societal concern with significant implications on victim’s mental health and self-esteem. Yet, the impact of the tenure of marriage and the prevalence and severity of domestic violence remained underexplored. This research seeks to address this gap by studying how mental health outcomes and domestic violence are influenced by the type of family andtenure of marriage. The study examined a sample of 210 participants and explored the pattern of domestic violence and mental health in the context of type of family and tenure of marriage.  Results indicated that tenure of marriage significantly influenced pattern of domestic violence. Participants having long and short duration of marriage expressed varied pattern of domestic violence. Preliminary findings suggest that the duration of marriage indeed plays a pivotal role in the dynamics of domestic violence and its consequences on mental health and self-esteem. Factors such as power dynamics, coping mechanisms, and social support networks evolve over time and significantly influence the outcomes for survivors. Furthermore, the study uncovers complex relationships between mental health outcomes and the presence of domestic violence, highlighting the need for tailored interventions at different stages of marriage.