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1. ABUSE AND VIOLENCE Presented By Group 5: Azra Parveen Shahla Younas Rehana Sarfraz Shabana Raza Rubeena Shaheen Sajid Mumtaz Samar Mumtaz

2. What is Abuse? Abuse is a intentional behavior that can be physical, emotional, sexual, or financial. It is intended to control, intimidate, or harm another person. Abuse can occur in any relationship, including intimate partner relationships, parent-child relationships, and friendships.

3. Types of Abuse Physical Abuse: Intentional infliction of physical pain or injury. Emotional Abuse: Verbal or nonverbal behavior that is intended to control, humiliate, or isolate a person. Sexual Abuse: Any unwanted sexual contact or behavior. Financial Abuse: Controlling a person's access to money or resources.

4. Impact of Abuse Abuse can have a profound impact on a person's physical and mental health. Physical effects of abuse can include injuries, chronic pain, and sleep problems. Mental health effects of abuse can include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance abuse.

5. Screening for Abuse Healthcare professionals can play an important role in identifying abuse. There are a number of screening tools that can be used to identify abuse. It is important to create a safe and supportive environment for patients to disclose abuse.

6. Supporting Victims of Abuse There are a number of resources available to support victims of abuse. These resources can provide victims with safety planning, counseling, and legal assistance. It is important to let victims know that they are not alone and that there is help available.

7. What is Vioence ? Violence is the use of physical force to cause harm to people, animals, or property, such as pain, injury, death, damage, or destruction.

8. Types of Violence Physical violence: This is the intentional use of physical force to cause injury or death. It can include hitting, kicking, shoving, biting, strangling, or using a weapon. Verbal violence: This is the use of words to hurt or control someone. It can include yelling, name-calling, threats, insults, and humiliation . Emotional violence: This is the use of threats, intimidation, or isolation to control someone's feelings or behavior. It can also include gaslighting , which is making someone question their own sanity . Sexual violence: This is any sexual activity that is forced or unwanted. It can include rape, assault, incest, and child sexual abuse . Socioeconomic violence: This is the use of economic resources to control someone. It can include denying someone access to money, food, shelter, or education.

9. Effects of Violence Physical Health : Injuries: Violence can cause anything from minor bruises to permanent disabilities or even death. Increased risk of chronic health problems: Exposure to violence can weaken the immune system and increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other chronic conditions. Mental Health : Trauma: Witnessing or experiencing violence can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression. Fear and insecurity: Violence can create a constant sense of fear and make it difficult to feel safe and secure. Substance abuse: People who have experienced violence may turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with the emotional pain .

10. Effects of Violence Cont. Social Impact: Broken relationships: Violence can damage relationships between family members, friends, and romantic partners. Increased social isolation: Fear and mistrust can make it difficult to form healthy relationships. Cycle of violence: Children who witness violence at home are more likely to become victims or perpetrators of violence later in life. Economic Impact: Medical costs: Violence can lead to high medical bills for treating injuries and mental health problems. Lost productivity: Victims of violence may miss work or school due to injuries or emotional distress. Reduced economic opportunities: Communities with high levels of violence may have fewer businesses and job opportunities.

11. Screening for Violence Standardized screening tools: These are brief questionnaires that ask individuals about their experiences with violence, thoughts, and behaviors. Some common examples include the Hurt, Insult, Threaten, and Scream (HITS) for domestic violence or the Shortened Conflict Tactics Scale (CTS2) for general violence. In-depth assessment: This involves a more detailed conversation with a healthcare professional to explore risk factors, warning signs, and potential for violence.

12. Supporting victims of violence Immediate Support : Listen without judgment: Create a safe space for the victim to talk about their experience if they choose to. Validate their feelings and avoid making them feel responsible. Believe them: Acknowledge the seriousness of what happened and avoid minimizing their pain. Provide emotional support: Show empathy, care, and offer comfort. Let them know you're there for them. Help them feel safe: If they're in immediate danger, assist them in getting to a safe place like a shelter or a trusted friend's home. Practical Support : Help them connect with resources: Guide them towards helplines, support groups, legal aid, or medical care depending on their needs. You can help them research resources or even make appointments on their behalf if they're overwhelmed. Offer practical assistance: Help with daily tasks like childcare, errands, or transportation. This can take a burden off their shoulders during a difficult time. Respect their boundaries: Don't pressure them to talk or relive their experience if they're not ready. Let them guide the pace of their healing. Ongoing Support : Be patient: Healing from violence takes time. Be patient with them as they navigate their emotions and rebuild their life. Offer encouragement: Acknowledge their strength and resilience in going through this ordeal. Maintain supportive contact: Stay connected with them and offer ongoing support, even if it's just a listening ear. Remind them they're not alone.

13. Differences Between Abuse and Violence Abuse Violence violence is an action that causes destruction, pain, or suffering abuse refers to prolonged maltreatment that can cause emotional as well as physical trauma .

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