The Experience of Domestic Violence on Married Person in Malaysia

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Siti Hajar Abdul Rauf, Nuruaslizawati Ayob

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This study explored the forms of domestic violence often encountered in the Malaysian community. This study used the quantitative research design through a survey method to obtain research data. A total number of 390 respondents were selected by using simple random sampling and purposive sampling techniques. The findings showed that there were significant differences in the forms of domestic violence between male and female respondents. Women were more likely to experience domestic violence because of the men's power and control over women. In terms of experienced, it is found that the most dominant form of violence in a household is economic violence. Therefore, top down and bottom up approaches should be intensified by increasing promotional and awareness programs to all levels of society in order to solve the issue of domestic violence. These interventions are crucial in order to reduce the issue of domestic violence, create a society that possesses a stronger bond, restore families to a functional state and to bring about a harmonious family environment.

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