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Table 3 Frequency distribution of experience of childhood abuse

From: Prevalence and correlates of intimate partner violence towards female students of the University of Ibadan, Nigeria

Characteristics

Number (N = 1355)

Percentage (%)

Before the age of 15, did your parents or guardians ever severely hit you with a fist, kick you, or push you?

382

28.2

Before the age of 15, did anyone undress or do things to belittle you?

90

6.6

Before the age of 15, did anyone less than 5 years older than you use physical force to touch you in a sexual way?

130

9.6