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The Impact of Intimate Partner Violence on Child Mortality in Children Under 5: A Comprehensive Review

  • By

  • Bereket Kefale

  • Aditi Roy

  • Daniel Gashaneh Belay

  • Tesfaye Setegn Mengistu

  • Jennifer Dunne

  • Sylvester Dodzi Nyadanu

  • Amanuel T. Gebremedhin

  • Marshall Makate

  • Jacqueline Hendriks

  • Gavin Pereira

  • Gizachew A. Tessema

  • September 2, 2026

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    Intimate partner violence (IPV) against women includes physical, sexual, and psychological harm, posing significant public health concerns.

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    Over one-quarter of women globally report experiencing IPV, with prevalence varying significantly by region.

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    IPV is linked to adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes, including low birth weight, preterm labor, and maternal depression.

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    Evidence suggests a potential association between IPV and child mortality, though empirical data remains limited and inconsistent.

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    This systematic review aims to quantify the association between IPV and child mortality outcomes, evaluating various IPV subtypes.

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Intimate Partner Violence Against Women and Mortality Among Children Younger Than 5 Years: A Systematic Review

  • by Bereket Kefale, Aditi Roy, Daniel Gashaneh Belay, Tesfaye Setegn Mengistu, Jennifer Dunne, Sylvester Dodzi Nyadanu, Amanuel T. Gebremedhin, Marshall Makate, Jacqueline Hendriks, Gavin Pereira, Gizachew A. Tessema

  • September 2, 2026

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