Type:	Journal Article
Title:	A qualitative analysis of how physicians with expertise in domestic violence approach the identification of victims
Other Titles:	Annals of internal medicine
Authors:	Caspers, Nona Bronstone, Amy Gerbert, Barbara
Keywords:	Health
Year:	1999
Publisher:	American College of Physicians
Citation:	131 (8), 19 October 1999
Notes:	Outlines a qualitative research study, conducted in the San Francisco Bay area, USA, exploring how physicians, with experience in domestic violence issues, approach identification of battered patients. A series of focus groups involving 45 physicians revealed that while indicators of abuse were agreed upon, approaches to framing screening questions and identification varied. Potential barriers to identification included lack of time, limited resources and pressure felt as a result of mandatory reporting laws and the rarity of patient disclosure. Argues that while standardized screening protocol may not guarantee disclosure in the health care setting, asking of itself sends an important social message about violence.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/13156
ISSN:	0003-4819
Appears in Collections:	Journal Articles

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