Evaluation of the Impact on Mental and Physical Health of Caring for Women Who Are Victims of Sexual and Gender-based Violence, Using a Coordinated Multidisciplinary Approach in Women's Centres or Traditional Health Centres.

Launched by CENTRE HOSPITALIER UNIVERSITAIRE DIJON · Jan 18, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how a special program for women who have experienced domestic and sexual violence can improve their mental and physical health. The program, developed at "La Maison des Femmes" in France, offers a variety of support services in one place, including medical care, psychological help, and legal assistance. The trial aims to evaluate how well this coordinated approach can help women feel better and recover from trauma, like depression and post-traumatic stress.

To participate in the trial, women must be at least 18 years old and have experienced domestic or sexual violence, confirmed through a simple questionnaire. They should also be able to understand the study's purpose and complete some questionnaires. Women in the trial can expect to receive comprehensive care tailored to their needs, and their experiences will help improve support services for others in the future. It's important to note that this trial is currently recruiting participants and is focused on providing a safe and supportive environment for those affected.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Women who have not objected to taking part in the trial
• • Adult women (≥18 years),
• • Victim of domestic and/or sexual violence, consulting at one of our study centres. Exposure to violence, whatever the initial reason for consultation, will be determined by a positive response to at least one question on the French version of the Abuse Assessment Screen, a standardised screening tool which has the advantage of not being limited to domestic violence.
• • Ability to understand the objectives of the study and to answer the questionnaires
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Not affiliated to the national health insurance system
• • Person under legal protection (curatorship, guardianship)
• • Person under court order
• • Adult who is unable to express his/her non-opposition
• • Minor