Amelia immigrated to the U.S. in 2015, fleeing financial instability in Guatemala. By 2021, she was seeking psychotherapy after being referred by social services due to "feeling stuck" in her recovery. Her case is emblematic of the "immigrant survivor" experience, where abuse often intensifies after relocation—nearly 48% of Latinas report that violence increased following their arrival in the U.S..
Prevalence: Approximately 1 in 3 Latinas (34.4%) experience IPV in their lifetime. latina abuse amelia 2021
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