An interventional study of HELP in Domestic Violence, Anxiety and Depression, sponsored by NMP Medical Research Institute. Completed at 2 sites in India. Open to female participants aged 18 Years to 55 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2019-10-25.
Sponsored by NMP Medical Research Institute · Not applicable, Interventional, and Supportive care
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a major public health concern. Worldwide, 1 in 3 women have experienced domestic abuse/ violence in their lifetime. In most cases, family lawyers, advocates are first contact before the police. If the children are involved, finding the legal options become the priority for women before leaving the abuser.
The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of the HELP (Health, Education Legal Support Program) intervention among IPV survivors.
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As part of the intervention, along with legal opinions, advise and support, participants were provided counselling support during their time to help survivors with trauma of legal proceedings.
Other: HELP
Participants were scheduled for legal consultancy only.
Individual counseling were given to each intervention group participant. They were assisted with safety, emotional and mental support and referrals for health and financial assistance. Participants were also given handout to manage anxiety and panic situations during the legal procedures.
Anxiety
Anxiety symptoms were assessed using the Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale
Time frame: Change from baseline anxiety symptoms at 4 weeks
Depression
Depression symptoms were assessed using the Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale
Time frame: Change from baseline depression symptoms at 4 weeks
Stress
Perceived Stress Scale was used to assess stress symptoms
Time frame: Change from baseline stress symptoms at 4 weeks
Self esteem
Rosenberg's Self-Esteem Scale was used to measure self esteem
Time frame: Change from baseline self esteem at 4 weeks
Plan to share: Undecided
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