A case study perspective on psychological outcomes after female genital mutilation (2012)
This study is a Explanatory research regarding I,II FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Pereda N.,M. Arch,and A. Perez-Gonzalez
FGM/C Type(s): I,II
Health area of focus: Psychological.
Objective: To describe the mental health status and sexual life of genitally-mutilated women who had emigrated to a European country
Study Population: Genitally-mutilated women who
had emigrated to a European country
Findings: The results obtained highlight the need for European professionals to develop greater knowledge about FGM and its serious consequences,especially as regards sexuality. This is particularly important given the large numbers of immigrant women now residing within EU countries.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Southern Europe
Country(ies):Spain