Examining the Effects of Domestic Violence and Anemia on Maternal and Child Health in Peru

The study aims to examine the association between domestic violence against women and anemia in women and their children under 5 years in Peru. A cross-sectional study was conducted using data from the 2023 Demographic and Family Health Survey (ENDES) in Peru, focusing on women aged 15-49 years who reported having children aged 5 years or younger. Domestic violence was defined as physical, psychological, or sexual abuse perpetrated by a partner or husband. Anemia was assessed through blood tests measuring hemoglobin levels. Two outcomes were evaluated: Model 1 (both the woman and her child are anemia-free; 1 = both anemia-free, 0 = at least one is anemic) and Model 2 (