Children’s exposure to intimate partner violence

Date

2014

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Publisher

Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America

Abstract

Exposure to intimate partner violence is increasingly being recognized as a form of child maltreatment; it is prevalent, and is associated with significant mental health impairment and other important consequences. The present article provides an evidence-based overview regarding children’s exposure to intimate partner violence, including epidemiology, risks, consequences, assessment and interventions to identify and prevent both initial exposure and impairment after exposure. It concludes with specific guidance for the clinician.

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Keywords

exposure to violence, impact, child witness to interpersonal violence

Citation

MacMillan, H. L., & Wathen, C. N. (2014). Children’s exposure to intimate partner violence. Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America, 23(2), 295-308.

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