Domestic Violence
Family violence permeates our society. It affects us as individuals, family physicians, parents, spouses, educators and citizens. The breadth of the problem is staggering. Public health officials identify family violence as a public health issue of epidemic proportions.
AAFP Policy on Family Violence
-- AAFP policy on family violence and abuse.
AAFP Position Paper on Violence
-- AAFP position paper on domestic and family violence.
Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF)
-- The FVPF works to prevent violence within the home, and in the community, to help those whose lives are devastated by abuse.
AMA's National Advisory Council on Violence and Abuse
-- The National Advisory Council will advise the AMA and other member organizations on effective strategies to eliminate family violence in our society.
Academy on Violence and Abuse
-- The AVA exists to advance health education and reserach on the recognition, treatment, and prevention of violence and abuse.
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Domestic Violence
