Domestic Abuse
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Are you concerned about your safety, either physically or emotionally?
See significance of concerns about safety if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review risk factors that may increase your chance of becoming a victim of domestic abuse.
Note:
- If you have experienced physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, the National Domestic Violence Hotline can help you find resources in your area. Call the hotline toll-free: 1-800-799-7233.
- Call 911 or the police to get the help you need.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Do you feel in danger right now?
Yes Are you pregnant?
Yes Has your partner threatened to hurt or kill you?
Yes Has your partner forced you to have sex against your will?
Yes Are you afraid your partner may hurt you or your children?
Yes Has your partner hurt your pets or destroyed things that are special to you?
Yes Is your partner following you (stalking), tracking your phone calls or e-mails, or trying to control all your activities?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: May 6, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Brigid McCaw, MD, MS, MPH, FACP - Family Violence Prevention | |
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