Type:	Journal Article
Title:	Women in crisis
Other Titles:	Current therapeutics
Authors:	Hindmarsh, Elizabeth
Keywords:	Health;Sexual assault
Year:	2000
Publisher:	N. E. Pty.
Citation:	41 (4), April 2000
Notes:	Serial dates: Vol. 13, no. 8 (Aug. 1972)-Vol. 43/44, no. 12/1 (Dec./Jan 2003) The author, a NSW general practitioner, focuses on the importance of considering physical and sexual abuse when dealing with female patients, since one in fourteen women have experienced physical or sexual abuse in the previous 12 months. Despite the health consequences caused by the different types of abuse, this behaviour is a frequent hidden factor in the consultation. Patients and GPs have difficulties in disclosing and asking about victimisation. Abused women have special needs and require a distinct approach. Research has revealed that the response that this group receives is significant for their help-seeking behaviour. Even though abuse cannot be solved by medication, the role of GPs should be acknowledged.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/12270
ISSN:	0311-905X
Appears in Collections:	Journal Articles

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