Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence and Abuse

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Abstract

This chapter explores the support healthcare providers can give survivors of sexual violence and abuse in order to ensure that their experience is as supportive as possible. It touches on the meaning of trauma, the embodied response to trauma and how practitioners can use a trauma-informed approach to ensure the safety of disclosure. Practical aspects of disclosure are also considered, such as sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, and forensic care.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSupporting Survivors of Sexual Violence and Abuse
Subtitle of host publicationApproaches to Care for Health Professionals
EditorsClaire Dosdale, Emma Senior, Lynette Shotton, Katy Skarparis
Place of PublicationLondon
PublisherRoutledge
Chapter8
Number of pages15
Edition1st
ISBN (Electronic)9781003225461
ISBN (Print)9781032126241, 9781032126227
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 13 May 2024

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