Show Notes
One in four Australian women has experienced violence from an intimate partner (ABS, 2017). The effects of domestic and family violence on physical and mental health result in high use of health care, making GPs an important gateway to care. This podcast will look at two challenging case studies that illustrate the GP’s role in responding to domestic and family violence, and will share practical advice on how GPs can support safety planning for people experiencing violence.
Resources:
WLNSW GP toolkit: https://www.wlsnsw.org.au/wp-content/uploads/GP-toolkit-updated-Oct2019.pdf
RACGP - Abuse and Violence White Book: https://www.racgp.org.au/clinical-resources/clinical-guidelines/key-racgp-guidelines/view-all-racgp-guidelines/white-book
ACCRM Family and Domestic Violence Education Package: https://mycollege.acrrm.org.au/search/find-online-learning/details?id=10262&title=Rural+Doctors+Family+and+Domestic+Violence+Education+Package
DVRCV: Identifying and responding to family violence: a guide for general practitioners. https://www.dvrcv.org.au/publications/books-and-reports/guide-for-general-practitioners
Referral Pathways:
Relationships Australia: http://www.relationships.org.au/ 1800RESPECT: https://www.1800respect.org.au/ MensLine Australia: https://mensline.org.au/ Men’s Referral Service: https://www.ntv.org.au/get-help/
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