Young women worldwide: alarming violent numbers and regional differences
Young women worldwide: alarming violent numbers and regional differences
In the current discussion about gender -specific violence, the focus is on health and well -being of young women. As can be seen from a terrifying report by the World Health Organization (WHO), almost every fourth young woman worldwide, who was in a relationship before her 20th birthday, experienced violence. These alarming numbers from the specialist journal "The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health" show that around 19 million teenagers between the ages of 15 and 19 are affected.
regional differences and their importance
The investigation shows significant regional differences. While 24 percent of young women experience violence in the global average, it is only 10 percent in Central Europe, but alarming 47 percent in the Oceania region and 40 percent in Africa south of the Sahara. These differences raise questions about social and economic conditions. In poorer countries where educational opportunities are limited for girls, the risks are higher. In addition, the practice of children's marriage is also spread in many of these regions, which reinforces the power gap between the sexes and isolates young women.
health and psychological consequences
The WHO points out that violence can have devastating consequences for women's health. Affected young women show an increased risk of depression, anxiety disorders as well as unwanted pregnancies and venereal diseases. These effects endanger not only the individual well -being, but also the school and professional perspectives of women, which can have long -term social consequences.
Education as a key to prevention
In order to escape the vicious circle of violence, education is essential. The WHO demands that information about healthy relationships and the rights of girls and women are intensified in schools. Education can not only be strengthened by young women themselves, but also the boys to recognize and dismantle toxic behaviors.
The need for action is large
In view of these worrying trends, it is of crucial importance to develop programs that offer concrete support. A multidimensional approach that combines information, health care and legal measures is necessary to improve the living conditions of young women worldwide and reduce violence. The WHO report underlines the urgency to prioritize the rights and well -being of young women and to communicate clearly that violence may not be tolerated in relationships.- Nag
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