DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

This study tested a special toolkit designed to help African American women at risk for HIV get access to PrEP (a daily pill that prevents HIV). The toolkit also addresses intimate partner violence, which can make it harder for women to seek prevention. Researchers worked with tw…

This study tested an internet-based program called 'Me & You-Tech' designed to prevent dating violence in 6th graders. The program involved students, parents, and schools. Researchers measured whether the program reduced how many teens hurt or were hurt by a dating partner.

This study tested a personalized treatment plan for 3 mothers and their young children (ages 4-6) who experienced domestic violence and were living in a shelter. The plan included trauma therapy (EMDR) for the parent and child, plus attachment-based therapy, in an order tailored …

This study tested a short, self-guided online program designed to increase hope in women currently experiencing intimate partner violence. The program included facts about the brain, stories from other survivors, and writing exercises. Researchers enrolled 97 women to see if the …

This study looked at whether a new educational program helps doctors-in-training better recognize and respond to child maltreatment. 84 medical residents from Canadian universities took part. The program was delivered either in a group with a leader or on their own. The goal was …

This completed observational study looked at 15 women aged 20-50 who had experienced domestic physical violence and sought help from a social service institution. Researchers wanted to see if a woman's ability to manage daily tasks and take part in social roles was linked to her …

This study tested whether a new training program helps healthcare and social service providers better recognize and respond to intimate partner violence and child abuse in veterans and their families. Forty providers took part, either in a group workshop or self-guided online tra…

This study looked at 67 women who experienced domestic violence and sought help either at a specialized center (Maison des Femmes) or a conventional shelter. Researchers measured how many had post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at their first visit and again six months later. T…

This study tested whether a short video encouraging safety actions helps pregnant women in Nepal who are experiencing domestic violence. Over 2,200 women between 12 and 20 weeks pregnant took part. Half watched a safety video, the other half watched a general healthy pregnancy vi…

This study tested whether training community leaders can reduce domestic violence in Peru. Over 8,700 people from 250 villages took part. The program used either household visits or group sessions to change attitudes about violence and gender roles. The goal was to see which appr…