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  • Forensic medicine
  • Public health
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Nonfatal strangulation (NFS) is a dangerous tactic used in intimate partner violence (IPV) and sexual assault.
  • Understanding NFS risk factors is crucial for victim safety and perpetrator accountability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the risk factors and prevalence of NFS in IPV and sexual assault.
  • To analyze demographic and relational dynamics influencing NFS occurrence.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review was conducted.
  • Both quantitative and qualitative data from existing research on NFS were synthesized.

Main Results:

  • An innovative, investigator-developed framework, the Extremely High Risk Category Conceptual Model for NFS, was developed.
  • This model synthesizes current literature on factors associated with NFS risk.

Conclusions:

  • The Extremely High Risk Category model can inform healthcare, social services, and law enforcement practices.
  • Identifying high-risk individuals enables targeted safety planning and support services.
  • Further research and interventions are needed, including diverse populations.