ANALYSIS OF FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CASES IN PATIENS AT RSUD CILEGON

Abstract

Domestic violence is a serious public health issue with an increasing prevalence each year. In Cilegon City, domestic violence cases have increased significantly, but there is limited research on specific factors associated with domestic violence cases in this region. The research employed a cross-sectional design with a retrospective approach. The sample consisted of 43 violence cases handled at Cilegon Regional Public Hospital during 2021-2024, selected through purposive sampling. Variables studied included victims' educational level and triggering factors such as economic problems and infidelity. Data analysis was performed using chi-square test (p<0.05). Of the total cases studied, 55.8% were identified as domestic violence. The majority of victims (67.4%) had a high educational level (high school-university), and 27.9% of cases were related to triggering factors such as economic problems/infidelity. Statistical tests revealed no significant relationship between educational factors (p=0.594; OR=0.706; 95% CI: 0.196-2.544) or triggering factors (p=0.836; OR=1.153; 95% CI: 0.299-4.439) with the occurrence of domestic violence. Domestic violence is a complex phenomenon that cannot be explained solely through educational factors or specific triggers, but is influenced by various interacting factors. A multifactorial approach in handling and preventing domestic violence is necessary, along with further research using larger samples and examining other factors not covered in this study.