Citation

el-Bayoumi G, Borum ML, Haywood Y. Med. Clin. North Am. 1998; 82(2): 391-401.

Affiliation

George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1998, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

9531931

Abstract

Domestic violence is a significant public health issue affecting women. Numerous medical organizations have recommended that routine screening of women be conducted to assist in the prevention, identification, and care for victims of violence. This article examines the scope of domestic violence in women, reviews ways to recognize abuse, examines the potential impact of abuse upon health and discusses the management of victims.

Language: en