The effectiveness of the Moms’ Empowerment Program (MEP) in reducing post-traumatic stress symptoms and depressive symptoms among Iranian mothers surviving intimate partner violence

This study provides strong preliminary evidence that a culturally adapted MEP can be a highly effective intervention for treating the psychological wounds of IPV in a non-Western, Middle Eastern context. The findings underscore the critical importance of culturally sensitive, evidence-based care and support the program's potential for broader global application.