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Domestic violence, alcohol and substance abuse

Year: 2005

Type: article

Abstract: Domestic violence and substance abuse are common in primary care patients. Although these problems are associated with severe physical and psychological sequelae, they are often undiagnosed. This article provides an overview of the prevalence of these problems, the health-related consequences for adults, children and elderly, as well as the challenges for clinicians in screening, assessment and referral.

Source: Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry

DOI: 10.1590/s1516-44462005000600004

Authors: Monica L Zilberman, Sheila B Blume

Institutions: Universidade de São Paulo, State University of New York, Stony Brook University

Language: Portuguese

Topic: Intimate Partner and Family Violence

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo