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The Weakness of Family Ties and Their Perpetuating Effects on Gender Violence

A Qualitative Study in Mexico

Carolina Agoff

National Autonomous University of Mexico

Cristina Herrera

Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública

Roberto Castro

National Autonomous University of Mexico

Research into intimate partner violence has shown that social isolation constitutes a risk factor, and the presence of social networks can be an important source of social support. This research note presents some results of an empirical study carried out in Mexico into women's social relations, especially their family relations, and their role in the promotion of traditional gender norms. Findings indicate that some of the main conditions that are associated with the production of violence against women are either generated or reinforced within the realm of what can be regarded as women's "strong ties."

Key Words: gender norms • Mexico • traditional values

Violence Against Women, Vol. 13, No. 11, 1206-1220 (2007)
DOI: 10.1177/1077801207307800
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