@article{article_1489223, title={Experiences of Obstetric Violence in Women in The Mediterranean Region: A Qualitative Study}, journal={Balıkesir Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi}, volume={14}, pages={264–271}, year={2025}, DOI={10.53424/balikesirsbd.1489223}, author={Karaçay Yıkar, Seda and Işık, Bedia and Akçayüzlü, Öznur and Nazik, Evşen}, keywords={obstetrik şiddet, kadın, fenomolojenik çalışma, deneyim, akdeniz bölgesi}, abstract={Objective: This study aims to make an in-depth investigation of women’s experiences of obstetric violence. Materials and Methods: This study, which is qualitative in nature, used a phenomenological design. The study included 29 women who experienced at least one type of obstetric violence in the Mediterranean region. Data were collected through in-depth interviews conducted individually via video conferencing between September 2023 and February 2024. Data analysis was performed using content analysis methods. Findings: It was stated that women’s experiences of obstetric violence were negative, they were exposed to physical and psychological violence, and they found having children a beautiful feeling. Women expected care providers to pay attention to them, be respectful to them, and act calmly. They also stated that if they were the caregivers, they would provide women with explanations, and be calm, patient and sensitive. Conclusion: This study found that women had negative childbirth experiences and were exposed to various types of obstetric violence. They were also found to have expectations regarding the management of labor.}, number={2}, publisher={Balıkesir Üniversitesi}