Patrones familiares y violencia intrafamiliar en un mercado de la provincia de Tungurahua

Abstract

Domestic violence is a persistent problem that significantly affects the well-being of families, especially in contexts of social vulnerability. This study was conducted in a market in the province of Tungurahua, Ecuador, with the objective of analyzing how family patterns influence domestic violence among workers and their families. The research was based on a mixed approach, combining qualitative and quantitative methods to capture both statistical data and subjective experiences. The research methodology was bibliographic and field-based, as secondary information was collected through a review of the literature that supports the variables. It was field-based, as information was collected directly, that is, at the location where the events occurred. Structured surveys were administered to 100 workers and semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 of their family members, which allowed for a deeper understanding of the relational dynamics, power structures, and intergenerational beliefs present in the homes. The study revealed that many families maintain traditional hierarchical structures, in which authoritarian attitudes persist, which, although normalized, foster violent behavior. Among the types of violence identified are physical, psychological, economic, and sexual, particularly manifested within couples. The results also showed that factors such as family structure, educational level, and communication within the home are closely linked to the emergence of these conflicts. Finally, the study concludes that domestic violence is not an isolated incident, but rather the result of deeply rooted sociocultural patterns that require comprehensive and sustained interventions to transform them.