| Literature DB >> 10963253 |
K Missailidis, M Gebre-Medhin.
Abstract
In Ethiopians at large, women and men are caught in a vicious circle of erroneous expectations and a mute consensus that maintains female genital mutilation (FGM). We have shown clear signs of erosion of this practice and the potential for further influence and change.Entities:
Keywords: Africa; Africa South Of The Sahara; Cultural Background; Demographic Factors; Developing Countries; Eastern Africa; Economic Factors; Ethiopia; Ethnic Groups; Female Genital Mutilation; Population; Population Characteristics; Socioeconomic Factors; Women's Empowerment; Women's Status
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Year: 2000 PMID: 10963253 DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(00)02453-3
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Lancet ISSN: 0140-6736 Impact factor: 79.321