Experiences of violence among people with severe mental illness: social, biographical and institutional factors (EVIO). A study protocol for a mixed-methods stu... (opens in new tab)

BackgroundPeople with severe mental illness (SMI) face a significantly higher risk of victimization than the general population. Beyond physical harm, such experiences can severely impact mental health and recovery processes. Empirical research on violence prevalence among people with SMI in Germany is limited, with little understanding of mechanisms, the impact of gender, and the victim-perpetrator overlap. In order to develop successful prevention strategies against victimization, a compreh...