DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

This study tested a toolkit designed to help African American women at risk for HIV get PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. The toolkit was used in two clinics in Mississippi and also addressed intimate partner violence, which can make it harder for women to focus on HIV preven…

This study tested a web-based program called 'Me & You-Tech' designed to prevent dating violence among 6th graders. It involved 123 students, their parents, and schools. The program aimed to teach healthy relationship skills and reduce both perpetration and victimization of datin…

This study tested a program called Leaders in Action (LIA) in 250 villages in Peru. The program trained community leaders to change social norms and reduce intimate partner violence. Over 8,700 adults took part, with some receiving home visits and others attending group sessions.…

This study tested a personalized treatment plan for 3 families affected by domestic violence. Parents and their young children (ages 4-6) received trauma therapy (EMDR) and attachment-based parenting support in an order tailored to their needs. The goal was to reduce PTSD symptom…

This study tested a brief, self-guided online program designed to increase hope in women currently experiencing intimate partner violence. Researchers enrolled 97 women and measured whether the program was easy to use, safe, and actually boosted feelings of hope, self-worth, and …

This study tested whether a short video encouraging safety actions could help pregnant women in Nepal who experience domestic violence. Over 2,200 women participated, watching either the safety video or a standard healthy-pregnancy video. The goal was to see if the safety video l…

This study tested whether a new training program helps healthcare and social service providers better recognize and respond to intimate partner violence and child maltreatment in veteran families. Forty providers took part, either in a facilitator-led workshop or self-guided onli…

This study looked at 67 women who experienced domestic violence to see if a specialized center (Maison des Femmes) helps reduce post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) more than a regular shelter. The researchers measured PTSD rates at the start and again 6 months later. The goal i…

This study tested whether a new educational program (called VEGA) helps medical residents better recognize and respond to child maltreatment. 84 residents from Canadian universities took part, either in a self-guided online course or a live virtual workshop. The goal was to see i…

This study looked at 15 women aged 20-50 who experienced domestic physical violence and visited a social service center in the last two years. Researchers wanted to see if their ability to do daily activities and take part in social roles was connected to how satisfied they felt …