Survey on Obstetrician-Gynaecologists' Knowledge and Attitudes Towards Intimate Partner Violence
Author Information
Author(s): Roelens Kristien, Verstraelen Hans, Van Egmond Kathia, Temmerman Marleen
Primary Institution: Ghent University
Hypothesis
Identifying barriers to intimate partner violence screening among obstetrician-gynaecologists in Flanders, Belgium.
Conclusion
Training physicians on intimate partner violence is crucial for implementing effective screening guidelines.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 6.8% of respondents received education on intimate partner violence.
- 8.4% of gynaecologists regularly screen for intimate partner violence.
- Physician education was the strongest predictor of positive attitudes towards screening.
Takeaway
Doctors need to learn more about partner violence to help their patients better, but many don't feel ready to ask about it.
Methodology
Questionnaire-based survey assessing knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding intimate partner violence among obstetrician-gynaecologists.
Potential Biases
Response bias may exist as nearly half of the targeted physicians did not participate.
Limitations
The study may not capture all barriers to screening due to the forced-choice format and potential selection bias.
Participant Demographics
Obstetrician-gynaecologists in Flanders, Belgium, with a median age of 43.5 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 1.21 – 6.33
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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