Gender Differences in Intimate Partner Violence and Alcohol Use Among Latino-Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers in Rural Southeastern North Carolina

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to assess intimate partner violence (IPV) and alcohol use among Latino migrant and seasonal farmworkers. The 291 Latino participants were interviewed in Spanish at migrant camps and residences in 3 counties located in southeastern North Carolina. The findings of this study indicate significant gender differences in IPV and alcohol use among the Latino population in the southeastern United States. The findings also indicate that there is a serious problem of IPV and alcohol use among Latinos in the southeastern United States, suggesting the need for routine screening in primary care settings.

Notes

This study was supported by a Richard Corbett Research Award from the UNCW School of Nursing.

^a1 = Strongly disagree; 2 = Disagree; 3 = Agree; & Strongly Disagree.

^b1 = Not at all; 2 = Not very serious; 3 = Serious; & 4 = Very serious.

^cNS = nonsignificant.