Results 31 to 40 of about 8,847 (200)

Experiences of Prisoners Living With Mental Health Conditions and Seeking or Receiving Mental Health Support in Prisons: An Integrative Review

Criminal Behaviour and Mental Health, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Prisoners experience poor mental health and well‐being in prison, including severe mental illnesses. However, access to mental health support and treatment in prison is limited. We conducted an integrative review to synthesise prisoners' experiences of living with mental ill health and/or seeking or receiving mental health support ...
Anne Kairu, Judith Dyson, Damian Breen, James Skinner, Manuela Jarrett, Joanne Brooke   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

FORENSIC NURSING: A SPECIALTY TO BE KNOWN

Cogitare Enfermagem, 2009
The aim is to state how the practice of forensic nursing occurs in the United States of America. This specialtyis widely discussed among north american nurses, but it is less known among brazilian nurses. Forensic Nursing practiceoccurs in various places,
Karen Beatriz Silva, Rita de Cássia Silva   +1 more
doaj   +1 more source

Irish traveller women and sexual assault: Patterns of engagement with sexual assault treatment units

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To detail the attendance of female Irish Travellers at the national Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU) network. Methods Retrospective cross‐sectional study examining the attendance of female patients who identified as members of the Irish Traveller community at the national SATU network between 2017 and 2023 and comparing them with
Daniel Kane, Aoife McEvoy, Christine Pucillo, Kate O. Halloran, Laura Feely, Nicola Maher, Karen Flood, Maeve Eogan   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Role of Nurses in the Management of Women Victims of Domestic Violence: A Scoping Review of the International Literature [PDF]

GIornale Italiano di Psicologia e Medicina del Lavoro
Introduction: Domestic violence is a pervasive global health issue affecting approximately one-third of women worldwide. Nurses play a pivotal role in identifying, supporting, and protecting women who experience intimate partner violence; however ...
Giada RUSSO, Martina FINISTRELLA, Mery MAGAZZU’, Franco MINNELLA, ALESSIO BATTISTINI   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Addressing sexual violence: A FIGO Committee on Women Facing Crises consensus statement

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Sexual violence (SV) is a global crisis that affects individuals across all demographics, with disproportionate impact on women, children, and marginalized communities. This paper explores the prevalence, consequences, and barriers survivors face in accessing care and justice.
Kristina Jariene, Margit Endler, Rubina Sohail, Lubna Hassan, Algirdas Jaras, Atziri Ramirez‐Negrin   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Educational components related to the forensic nursing process: a scoping review

Egyptian Journal of Forensic Sciences
Background Through forensic nursing, nurses play a critical role in caring for victims of violence. However, nursing curricula frequently lack dedicated forensic nursing content.
I Made Moh. Yanuar Saifudin, Wawan Febri Ramdani, Maryadi Maryadi   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Controlling emotions—nurses’ lived experiences caring for patients in forensic psychiatry

International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health & Well-Being, 2019
Purpose: Nurses working in forensic psychiatry often encounter offenders who have a severe mental illness, which may cause ethical challenges and influence nurses’ daily work.
Lars Hammarström, Marie Häggström, Siri Andreassen Devik, Ove Hellzen   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

The female journey following sexual assault: Medical care, law enforcement and judicial outcomes

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Sexual violence affects 22% of Australian women, posing health and justice challenges. Systemic failures, fragmented data, and low conviction rates hinder effective responses. This study integrates Australian Capital Territory (ACT) medical and policing datasets to examine victim characteristics and case progression from clinical ...
Vanita Parekh, Michael Woodburn, Stephanie Leonard, Bridget Bourke, Janine McMinn, Anna Brkic, Ash Byron, Katelyn Pomroy   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Patient and hospitalization differences in incarcerated versus nonincarcerated men: Insights from a 10‐year cohort study

Journal of Hospital Medicine, EarlyView.
Abstract Background The incarcerated population in the United States is underserved and aging rapidly; there is a dearth of information regarding their health, including hospital care. Epidemiological information is crucial to guide policymakers’ planning.
Farah Acher Kaiksow, Amir Forati, Kristin Merss, Karen Reece, Marguerite Burns, Eduard Eric Vasilevskis   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Medico-legal history taking from the victims of sexual assaults: the role of nurse examiners

Egyptian Journal of Forensic Sciences, 2022
Background Sexual assault examiners provides comprehensive health care to victims of sexual assault. Communication with the victim is important to collect relevant information from the victims.
Renjulal Yesodharan, Shaimaa A. Shehata, Tessy Treesa Jose, Abeer M. Hagras, Vinod Nayak   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source