Supporting Intimate Partner Violence Survivors and Their Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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Author(s): Ragavan, Maya I.; Garcia, Rebecca; Berger, Rachel P.; Miller, Elizabeth
Source:
Pediatrics. Sep2020, Vol. 146 Issue 3, p1-4. 4p.

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- Subject Terms:
  COMMUNITY health services; FAMILIES; INTERPROFESSIONAL relations; SOCIAL support; INTIMATE partner violence; COVID-19; SOCIAL distancing
- Abstract:
  The article focuses on intimate partner violence (IPV) and the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the vital role of pediatric clinicians in mitigating the consequences of IPV for both survivors and their children. Topics covered include privacy and telehealth, isolation and stress experienced by children exposed to IPV, and mandated reporting of suspected child maltreatment in the context of IPV.