The HHS Office on Women’s Health (OWH) knows how important it is for you to have the latest information on prevention and treatment to help you best serve your patients. Each month, we will share a curated list of tools and resources that you can immediately put into practice.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month — News You Can Use
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a serious, preventable public health problem that affects millions of Americans, including youth. Research suggests that unhealthy, abusive, or violent relationships can have short- and long-term negative effects on developing teens, and teens who experience dating violence are at increased risk for violent relationships as adults. Health professionals play a critical role in helping teens have healthy relationships. This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, review the following tools and resources to learn how you can identify risk factors and support efforts to prevent dating violence.
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