Psychosocial Aspects of Honour Killings
Journal Title: INDIAN JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH - Year 2015, Vol 2, Issue 2
Abstract
Honour killings and honour based violence has been reported in most cultures worldwide ranging from Asian countries and the Middle East to incidents in Europe and the United States. The present paper reviews the available literature on these acts and incidences, but from a psychosociocultural perspective. There has been research done on the subject but non leading to firm conclusions. The paper looks at the rubric of honour and what it denotes when we speak in terms of these events. It also posits a few theories available on the causative factors leading to such events. The available research and literature is reviewed with epidemiological data available on honour killings and honour based violence. A special section with reference to killings in India under the Khap panchayat rule is discussed based on the Indian scenario where the authors work. Preventive strategies are outlined and methods to help victims of honour based violence are suggested.
Authors and Affiliations
Rucha Sule, Aditi Acharya, Avinash De Sousa
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- EP ID EP248572
- DOI 10.30877/IJMH.2.2.2015.132-143
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