Epidemiology of Intimate Partner Violence

Jonathan D. Thackeray, Kimberly A. Randell

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Abstract

At its most basic level, intimate partner violence (IPV) involves the exertion of power and control by one person over another. IPV is pervasive in our society and no culture, ethnicity, or race should be considered immune. As practitioners, it is important to recognize the magnitude of the problem, to understand the complex social dynamics involved in these violent relationships, and most importantly, to appreciate the profound and long-lasting effects IPV can have on a person’s physical, emotional, and behavioral health.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationChild Abuse and Neglect
Subtitle of host publicationDiagnosis, Treatment and Evidence
EditorsCarole Jenny
PublisherElsevier
Chapter4
Pages23-27
Number of pages5
Edition1
ISBN (Electronic)9781437723137
ISBN (Print)9781416063933
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • General Medicine

Keywords

  • Family violence
  • Spouse Abuse
  • Intamate Partner Violence
  • Domestic Violence

Disciplines

  • Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence
  • Pediatrics

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