The effects of having witnessed their fathers’ violent behaviour impacts on daughters for a
long period afterwards, even in adulthood. This study explores this phenomenon by means of
literature review and interviews. The literature indicates that the effects of paternal violence is
linked to forced maturity, secrecy, pretending, self-blame, and negative impact on the
daughter’s relationships with both parents. A narrative approach was used to interview three
adult participants. The conversations were analysed using thematic analysis and hermeneutics.
Themes that emerged include avoidance, ambivalence towards the parents, aggression,
assertiveness, and over-responsibility. There is a tendency to avoid intense, emotionally-laden,
ambiguous and unpredictable situations through the use of interpersonal vigilance, an
emotionally strong poise, distancing, being agreeable and devoutness. Also, there is a fear of
becoming just like their abusive father. The psychological impact of being witness to a father’s
violent behaviours has long-lasting effects on daughters. / Psychology / M.A. (Clinical Psychology)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:umkn-dsp01.int.unisa.ac.za:10500/4759 |
| Date | 11 1900 |
| Creators | Mtetwa, Thandazile Grace Nokukhanya |
| Contributors | Kruger, D. J. (Mr.) |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (ix, 117 leaves) |
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