Citation

Draucker CB. Online J. Issues Nurs. 2002; 7(1): 2.

Affiliation

Graduate Program in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, College of Nursing, Kent State University, OH, USA. cdraucke@kent.edu

Copyright

(Copyright © 2002, Kent State University School of Nursing in partnership with the American Nurses Association)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

12044213

Abstract

Domestic violence is a serious public health and human rights concern and an on-going challenge for nursing. This article provides an overview of the three major types of domestic violence: intimate partner abuse, child abuse, elder abuse. The scope, history, and health consequences of each type of violence are addressed. Despite advances in research, public awareness, legislative initiatives, and public policy, these types of interpersonal violence continue to affect millions worldwide.

Language: en