Healthcare Professionals’ Perceptions and Concerns towards Domestic Violence during Pregnancy in Southern Italy

Healthcare Professionals’ Perceptions and Concerns towards Domestic Violence during Pregnancy in Southern Italy

Background: Literature on pregnancy highlighted a large number of women abused by their partners, especially among low-income teenagers attending hospital for pregnancy check-ups. Pregnancy represents a key moment for diagnosing domestic violence. Method: This study explores health professionals&...

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Main Authors: Fortuna Procentese, Immacolata Di Napoli, Filomena Tuccillo, Alessandra Chiurazzi, Caterina Arcidiacono
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-08-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
domestic violence
health professionals
pregnancy
health department procedures
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/16/17/3087

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