The Evaluation of Health Measures Decisions within the Scope of Law No. 6284 on the Protection of Family and the Prevention of Violence Against Women: A District Health Directorate Sample in Türkiye

Authors : Yeliz Aktaş, Sergen Yapıncak, Semra Yücel, Halil Öncül, İsrafil Öztepe, Sevda Acar

Pages : 495-508

Doi:10.30613/curesosc.1659704

View : 99 | Download : 262

Publication Date : 2025-11-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This retrospective archival study aimed to identify the socio-demographic characteristics, health measure details, diagnosed conditions relevant to the health measure decisions, and the adherence to examinations/treatments among individuals referred to the District Health Directorate following a health measure decision. Data were obtained from the records of 320 individuals who underwent health measures at District Health Directorate in Türkiye between January 2020 and December 2023. The mean age of the participants subjected to health measures was 37.85±11.17 years, with 93.8% being male. Among the participants, 81.9% had committed acts of violence against women, and 22.5% against their partners. Regarding the types of violence, 75.9% exhibited psychological violence, 52.8% physical violence, and 47.5% had issues related to alcohol or substance addiction/abuse. Attendance at scheduled appointments was higher among those with health measure durations of 1-60 days, and attendance decreased as the duration of health measure increased. These findings underscore the need for effective monitoring systems and intervention programs within the scope of health measures implemented under Law No. 6284 in Turkey. Although the use of such health measures is widespread, empirical research on their outcomes remains limited. Expanding research and developing targeted intervention strategies—particularly addressing addiction-related violence—may contribute to more effective prevention and follow-up practices.
Keywords : Kadın, Sağlık Tedbiri, Şiddet, Aile

ORIGINAL ARTICLE URL