title: ACOG issues technical bulletin on domestic violence. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
abstract: Physicians should attempt to identify individuals who are the victims of abuse and to help them understand the dynamics of their relationship and the dangers facing them and their children. Information about available community, social and legal resources, their legal rights and a plan for dealing with the abusive situation should be made available to these women. The physician must remain caring and supportive of the patient as she works through these crises, even if she chooses to follow advice or courses of action other than leaving the relationship.
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006176:Gynecology; D006801:Humans; D009774:Obstetrics; D010174:Pamphlets; D010819:Physician's Role; D012955:Societies, Medical; D013179:Spouse Abuse / Q000175:diagnosis