Reflections of the before processes in early and forced marriages: A meta ‐synthesis study

AbstractPurposeTo develop analytical themes through a descriptive synthesis of qualitative studies to create a broader and more conscious understanding of the before processes in early and forced marriages.MethodsTwenty-five qualitative studies were analyzed and synthesized according to meta-synthesis methods.FindingsThe analytical themes  of the main theme “The process leading to early and forced marriages” were divided into four groups as cognitive, affective, behavioral, and cultural reflections.Practice ImplicationsThe study results emphasize the need to consider the links between cognitive, affective, behavioral, and cultural reflections of the process that led to marriages for preventing early and forced marriages.

Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - August 10, 2021 Category: Psychiatry Authors: P ınar Duru, Fatma Başaran, Özlem Örsal Tags: REVIEW Source Type: research