Volume 21, Issue 1 (4-2025)
J Health Syst Res 2025, 21(1): 89-99 |
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Research code: 188548146897592359037162929990
Ethics code: IR.IAU.NAJAFABAD.REC.1403.088
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Ghasemi F, Namdarpour F, Gorji Y. Harms of Emotionally Abusive Relationships in Girls: A Qualitative Study. J Health Syst Res 2025; 21 (1) :89-99
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1- PhD Student, Department of Counseling, Khomeinishahr Branch, Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Isfahan, Iran
2- Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling, Khomeinishahr Branch, Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Isfahan, Iran
3- Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Khomeinishahr Branch, Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Isfahan, Iran
2- Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling, Khomeinishahr Branch, Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Isfahan, Iran
3- Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Khomeinishahr Branch, Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Isfahan, Iran
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Background: Having a healthy relationship with cross-sex has numerous physical, psychological, and social benefits. However, it can also lead to traumatic experiences and debilitating symptoms that require significant time to heal, impacting a substantial portion of the global population. This study aims to investigate the detrimental effects of emotionally abusive relationships on girls.
Methods: This research employed a descriptive phenomenological approach. The participants consisted of nine female students aged between 20 and 30 years old who were involved in emotionally abusive relationships and referred to the counseling offices of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran. Data were collected through purposeful sampling and semi-structured interviews and were analyzed using Colaizzi's method. Lincoln and Guba's method was utilized to validate the findings.
Findings: The analysis of participants' interviews revealed three main categories and twelve subcategories: 1) emotional harms (negative emotions towards oneself and others, damage to self-esteem, symptoms of depression, anxiety, emotional proximity-seeking, and an inconsistent emotional plan), 2) behavioral harms (impulsive behavior and behavior driven by jealousy), and 3) cognitive harms (representation and mental review of negative memories, negative judgment towards oneself and others).
Conclusion: Many girls enter emotional relationships without adequate knowledge, leading to emotional, behavioral, and cognitive harm. Therefore, it is essential to prioritize the implementation of support, educational, and counseling programs in educational and counseling centers to prevent and mitigate these harms.
Methods: This research employed a descriptive phenomenological approach. The participants consisted of nine female students aged between 20 and 30 years old who were involved in emotionally abusive relationships and referred to the counseling offices of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran. Data were collected through purposeful sampling and semi-structured interviews and were analyzed using Colaizzi's method. Lincoln and Guba's method was utilized to validate the findings.
Findings: The analysis of participants' interviews revealed three main categories and twelve subcategories: 1) emotional harms (negative emotions towards oneself and others, damage to self-esteem, symptoms of depression, anxiety, emotional proximity-seeking, and an inconsistent emotional plan), 2) behavioral harms (impulsive behavior and behavior driven by jealousy), and 3) cognitive harms (representation and mental review of negative memories, negative judgment towards oneself and others).
Conclusion: Many girls enter emotional relationships without adequate knowledge, leading to emotional, behavioral, and cognitive harm. Therefore, it is essential to prioritize the implementation of support, educational, and counseling programs in educational and counseling centers to prevent and mitigate these harms.
Type of Study: Applicable |
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health Psychology
Received: 2024/06/26 | Accepted: 2024/08/20 | Published: 2025/04/4
Received: 2024/06/26 | Accepted: 2024/08/20 | Published: 2025/04/4
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