B4184 - Gender-based violence over the life course using cohort data from the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children - 19/12/2022
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a global public health problem. It is present in all ages and socioeconomic statuses. However, a better understanding of GBV over the life course and the long-term impact of violence exposure on health outcomes is still required. Therefore, the objective of this project is to evaluate and understand gender-based violence over the life course and the many factors involved in this violation of women's and children's human rights. To do this, we will use the ALSPAC cohort study, which include among others a range of both parent and self-reported questions related to gender-based violence, such as data on physical, psychological, and sexual violence occurring during different periods of life. Using this data, it will be possible to estimate (i) cumulative exposure to GBV; (ii) the intergenerational exposure to GBV; (ii) the differences in GBV considering gender, age, education, and income level; and (iv) the impact of violence exposure on health outcomes.