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Need for victimization screening in a black psychiatric population.

C C Bell, K Taylor-Crawford, E J Jenkins

    Journal of the National Medical Association
    |January 1, 1988
    PubMed
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    Violence is a significant public health issue in the Black community, with limited research. This study screened Black psychiatric outpatients for victimization, finding it common and impactful for treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Psychiatry
    • Criminology

    Background:

    • Violence is a major public health concern within the Black community.
    • Empirical research on the severity of violence in this demographic is scarce.
    • Understanding victimization is crucial for addressing community health disparities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of victimization in a Black outpatient psychiatric population.
    • To add empirical data to the limited research on violence within the Black community.
    • To inform clinical practice regarding screening and treatment for this population.

    Main Methods:

    • A victimization screening form was administered to Black patients in an outpatient psychiatric setting.
    • Data compilation and analysis of screening results.

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  • Retrospective review of patient records.

    • Main Results:

    • Victimization is highly prevalent among Black individuals seeking psychiatric outpatient care.
    • A significant correlation exists between a history of victimization and psychiatric conditions.
    • Screening for victimization is essential for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.

    Conclusions:

    • Black psychiatric populations frequently experience victimization.
    • Screening for victimization should be a standard practice in Black psychiatric care.
    • Addressing victimization history is critical for improving mental health treatment outcomes in the Black community.