Current medical support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault: A nationwide survey among obstetricians and gynecologists in Japan
Despite their critical role, obstetricians and gynecologists in Japan have limited opportunities to learn about and support victims of domestic or sexual violence. Urgent actions are needed to ensure timely medical care, establish collaborative practices, and develop systematic protocols nationwide.
Authors
- Haruyo Atsumi
- Tomoko Adachi
- Yoshie Kono
- Kyoko Tanebe
- Satoru Kyo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8986-6147)
Institutions
- Tokai University (JP)
- Shimane University (JP)
- Kisarazu Hospital (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research
- Published
- 2025-03-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/jog.16272
- Primary Topic
- Intimate Partner and Family Violence
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Shimane University
- Japan Society for the Promotion of Science