Domestic violence performed by intimate partner in women in the reproductive cycle

Pregnancy is not a protective factor for domestic violence and in this period, women may become more vulnerable to physical, sexual and psychological abuse. Domestic violence is defined as acts performed by partners or former partners who lived or not in the same household, with violence perpetrated in this or another place. This study aimed to describe the intimate partner violence perpetrated in women who are in the age group corresponding to the reproductive cycle. This is a literature review study based on scientific articles. It was concluded that considering the negative impact that domestic violence has on the health and quality of life of victims, intimate partner violence should be systematically investigated by professionals who make up the Health Care Network, since the care considered low complexity in Basic Health Units to medium and high complexity services. Special attention should be directed to pregnant women, especially those whose partners have a drinking habit.