What is
BATTERED WIFE SYNDROME (BWS)?
- Cycle of domestic violence charncterized by wife beating by the husband, humiliation and other forms of aggression.
- The most common trait of abusive men is low self-esteem.
- The most common trait of the abused women is dependence.
What are the Characteristics of Abusive Husbands?
- They usually come from violent families.
- They are immature, dependent and non-assertive.
- They have strong feelings of inadequacy.
What are the Phases of BWS?
- Tension building phase - involves minor battering incidents.
- Acute battering incident - more serious form of battering.
- Aftermath/honeymoon stage - the husband becomes loving and gives the wife hope.
What is the priority in the care of the battered wife?
