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Policymaking Under Uncertainty: Routine Screening for Intimate Partner Violence

NCJ Number
247871
Journal
Violence Against Women Volume: 20 Issue: 6 Dated: June 2014 Pages: 730-749
Author(s)
Rada K. Dagher; Mary A. Garza; Katy B. Kozhimannil
Date Published
June 2014
Length
11 pages
Annotation

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health issue affecting around three million U.S. women during their lifetimes; this article provides guidance to policymakers on addressing IPV.

Abstract

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health issue affecting around three million U.S. women during their lifetimes; this article provides guidance to policymakers on addressing IPV. In 2011, an Institute of Medicine panel recommended routine IPV screening for women and adolescents as part of comprehensive preventive care services, which is in conflict with the 2004 U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations. The current evidence base for policymaking suffers weaknesses related to study design, which should be addressed in future research. Meanwhile, policymakers should consider available evidence in their settings, assess local needs, and make recommendations where appropriate. Abstract published by arrangement with Sage.