Domestic Violence in the Muslim World

1. If you have/are been in an abusive relationship, how long did it/has it lasted? (If you haven't been in one, but no someone who is, answer accordingly)

If you have/are been in an abusive relationship, how long did it/has it lasted? (If you haven't been in one, but no someone who is, answer accordingly) Less than 2 years

For 2-5 years

For 5-7 years

for 7-10 years

for 10+ years

I know a friend in an abusive relationship

2. Did you feel there were any red flags that you could have recognized from the beginning if someone had warned you about them?

Did you feel there were any red flags that you could have recognized from the beginning if someone had warned you about them? No, because he seemed perfect on the outside.

Yes, but I didn't know any better.

Maybe, he changed so much later on.

Other (please specify)

3. What do you feel is holding you back (or someone you know) the most from making a change in your life if you are currently in an relationship that is not healthy or is abusive?

What do you feel is holding you back (or someone you know) the most from making a change in your life if you are currently in an relationship that is not healthy or is abusive? Financial situation

Children

Fear of stigma in the community

Fear of the unknown

Belief that with the right help, he can change

Belief that this is deserved

Other (please specify)

4. Do you think that Islam allows a man to abuse his wife if she disobeys him?

Do you think that Islam allows a man to abuse his wife if she disobeys him? Yes, because the Qur'an says a man can beat his wife.

Yes, but only in certain situations.

I am not sure because no one ever taught me about this.

No, its not allowed in Islam.

Other (please specify)

5. What do you wish was available in your local Muslim community to help you or other woman prevent or get out of an abusive relationship?

What do you wish was available in your local Muslim community to help you or other woman prevent or get out of an abusive relationship?

6. Is there anything else you want us to know or would like to mention?

Is there anything else you want us to know or would like to mention?

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1. If you have/are been in an abusive relationship, how long did it/has it lasted? (If you haven't been in one, but no someone who is, answer accordingly)

2. Did you feel there were any red flags that you could have recognized from the beginning if someone had warned you about them?

3. What do you feel is holding you back (or someone you know) the most from making a change in your life if you are currently in an relationship that is not healthy or is abusive?

4. Do you think that Islam allows a man to abuse his wife if she disobeys him?

5. What do you wish was available in your local Muslim community to help you or other woman prevent or get out of an abusive relationship?

6. Is there anything else you want us to know or would like to mention?