The survey of 1,256 women and men illustrated that domestic violence is still generally considered shameful in Kosovo, which may explain why it is underreported. People living in rural areas, the poor, unemployed, persons receiving social assistance and people with less than a secondary school education are more likely to experience violence.  Extensive evidence exists that domestic violence negatively impacts individuals by contributing to a plethora of health problems, psychological issues, inability to care for children, and even suicide or death.