Violência contra a mulher: uma reflexão das desigualdades Patriarcais de gênero no corpo e na alma das mulheres

Abstract

This work focused on discussing the context of physical, moral and psychological violence suffered by women in contemporary capitalist society. Therefore, we will answer the following general objective: To analyze the main factors of violence against women related to gender inequalities in Brazil in Alagoas. The methodology used to support the study was qualitative, through bibliographic and documentar research related to the topic discussed. Thus, this work develops an overview of the condition of women in society, from the prehistoric period to the present day, observing the issue of the treatment provided to them in the unequal power relations established in the framework of patriarchy, with an emphasis on the problem of violence practiced against her. Reaching the present day, the work presents na overview of the different types of violence to which women are subjected in the national context, as well as in the municipality of Maceió, Alagoas, for which statistical data are presented. The exhibition ends with considerations about the legal framework that women rely on for prevention, coping and welcoming in situations of violence against women.