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Confronting Violence: Improving Women’s Lives

The exhibition, from the National Library of Medicine, tells the story of nurses who changed the medical profession and dramatically improved services to victims of domestic violence in the late 20th century.

Domestic Violence Programs in Health Care

Domestic Violence and Health Care Best Practices Video

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How can doctors, nurses and hospitals do more to stop gender violence in America? An inside look at the highly regarded domestic violence programs at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. Doctors and nurses in the ER, the mother-baby unit, pre-op and the sexual assault forensics unit share candid observations about domestic violence prevention and offer specific, practical suggestions.

The film profiles the coordinator of Mercy's family violence program and also includes an interview with Jacquelyn Campbell of Johns Hopkins, a leading expert on the health impact of domestic violence. Running Time: 22 mins, Year: 2010

Survivors' Stories

Survival from Domestic Violence: Stories of Hope and Healing with Angelea Panos video

Survival from Domestic Violence: Stories of Hope and Healing with Angelea Panos
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Breaking out of an abusive relationship is extraordinarily challenging, usually requiring multiple attempts. Learn the steps these women survivors took to create safety, build a support system, and find independence. Their firsthand accounts show how healing and recovery are possible, and expert commentary offers information about the signs of domestic violence as well as resources available to victims and survivors. This video is especially suitable for: - Community counseling service administrators, - Trainers, educators and supervisors of mental health and other professionals - Professors of human/women's sexuality - Therapists who wish to share it with their clients - Volunteer coordinators and trainers

Running Time: 15 mins, Year: 2012