THE IMPACT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ON WOMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH: AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the impact of domestic violence on women's mental health through an integrative literature review conducted in SciELO, BVS, and LILACS databases (2015-2025). The descriptors "Domestic Violence", "Mental Health", and "Gender Violence" were used, resulting in the selection and thematic analysis of 10 eligible articles. Results showed that psychological abuse and chronic violence silently deconstruct victims' identity and self-esteem, triggering severe anxiety, depression, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It was also found that the public health network presents structural flaws by treating symptoms in isolation, ignoring the causal link with gender violence. It concludes that addressing this issue requires interdisciplinary action involving Psychology, social assistance, and the legal system, aiming for humanized care and the reconstruction of women's autonomy.