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J P Shepherd1, F P Rivara

  • 1Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Wales College of Medicine, UK.

Journal of Accident & Emergency Medicine
|February 25, 1998
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Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments face rising violence after-effects. A proactive, interagency approach is crucial for violence prevention and supporting injured individuals.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Trauma Care
  • Social Medicine

Background:

  • Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments experience a significant increase in treating violence victims over the past decade.
  • The causes and consequences of violence are complex, impacting individuals physically and psychologically.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the need for effective violence prevention interventions for clinicians.
  • To advocate for targeted interventions to mitigate long-term harm such as psychological sequelae and alcohol-related issues.
  • To emphasize the importance of interagency collaboration in managing violence and protecting victims.

Main Methods:

  • Policy analysis of current A&E responses to violence.
  • Review of evidence on effective violence prevention strategies (e.g., early family support, preschool education).

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  • Discussion of interagency service models for adult protection and risk assessment.

    • Main Results:

    • Current A&E approaches to violence are predominantly reactive.
    • Many underlying causes and circumstances of violence are modifiable.
    • Interagency collaboration is essential for comprehensive victim support and risk management.

    Conclusions:

    • A shift from reactive to proactive strategies is necessary in addressing violence.
    • Implementing an interagency approach can enhance violence prevention efforts.
    • Clinicians require knowledge of effective interventions to reduce the burden of violence on A&E services.