Women perception in situations of violence in formal support: scoping review

ABSTRACT

Objective

To examine and map the scientific evidence about the perceptions of women in situations of violence regarding formal social support services.

Method

A Scoping Review, according to the Joanna Briggs Institute, with the following guiding question: “What is the perception of the woman in situations of violence when seeking professional assistance in support services?” Including national, international studies, primary, qualitative, quantitative approaches, mixed methods, English, Portuguese, and Spanish languages, in the period from 2014 to 2019. Searches were carried out in seven databases, 1,557 articles were found and 16 were selected as the final sample.

Results

The consultations showed active listening, creating bonds and articulating services. As well as lack of reception; feeling of insecurity, fear and humiliation. The training process was established by the articles as a tool for professionals, in promoting a targeted and individualized approach.

Conclusions and considerations for the practice

The welcoming and bond provided by some support services, resulted in proposals for changes and aroused in women reflection, confidence and the search for an exit from the cycle of violence. The opposite has led to removal of services and consequent permanence with the aggressor.

Keywords:
Violence Against Women; Intersectoral Collaboration; Social Support; Review