NSE 13A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Victim Blaming, Therapeutic Relationship, Metaphysis
18 Dec 2018
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Health care providers" responses to intimate partner violence (ipv) Women who are poor and marginalized may be more often targeted with screenings, thus perpetuating stereotypes of abuse and underinvestigating the abusive experience of those in middle and upper class. Development of trust and therapeutic relationship is key so that the pts are prepared to disclose ipv to hcp- care should be trauma and violence informed. Ensure you are actively listening in a nonjudgemental and accepting manner. Develop a positive belief about the positive benefits of assessing and responding to abuse- to more likely engage in appropriate clinical practices. You can"t just leave him/her or abusive relationship ( there are underlying reasons as to why they stayed ie: economic dependence, vulnerability, blackmail etc) Convey sympathetic and non judgmental response to ensure the trust of the pt. Never victim blame and show that you believe them.
