Sexual Spousal Abuse And Emotional Homeostatic Disequilibrium (EHD) Among Married Secondary School Teachers In Rivers State Of Nigeria

Abstract

This study considered the phenomenon of emotional homeostatic disequilibrium that adversely affects individuals, with a view to unveiling factors that instigate it. It was carried out in the area of counselling psychology. The purpose is to determine whether or not sexual spousal abuse is related to EHD among married secondary school teachers in Rivers State of Nigeria. The reason for selecting this topic is because the EHD problem has caused so much damage in the society, which demands investigation. Expost facto correlation design was adopted, while two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. Results of the study indicated a significant relationship between sexual spousal abuse and EHD, and a moderating influence of cultural values/beliefs in that relationship among the subjects. Specifically, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the psychological and emotional toll of sexual spousal abuse and informs more effective support and intervention strategies.

Keywords

• emotional homeostatic disequilibrium (ehd)
• marriage
• sexual spousal abuse
• teachers