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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ967611
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008
Pages: 12
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Abuse against Women with Disabilities of Mexican Descent: Cultural Considerations
Graf, Noreen M.; Reed, Bruce J.; Sanchez, Rubi
Rehabilitation Education, v22 n1 p31-42 2008
Although considerable attention has been focused on violence against women with disabilities, environmental and cultural factors that contribute to this violence have received limited attention. This paper examines violence against women of Mexican descent with disabilities. Recommendations are offered to researchers, educators, and service providers. (Contains 1 footnote.)
Descriptors: Violence, Females, Disabilities, Cultural Influences, Mexican Americans, Environmental Influences, Incidence, Attitudes toward Disabilities, Beliefs, Socioeconomic Status, Services
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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