Author: Dolezal, Theresa
Title: Hidden Costs in Health Care: The Economic Impact of Violence and Abuse
Summary: Every year millions of Americans are exposed to violence and abuse as victims, witnesses, and perpetrators. Violence and abuse occur in all age groups, at all socioeconomic levels, and throughout all of society's structure. Up to now, the health care system has failed to adequately recognize the consequences of abuse, to respond and treat patients in a manner that is compassionate and healing, and to incorporate appropriate prevention strategies. This paper reviews a sampling of the literature that supports the contention that violence and abuse lead to a significant increase in health care utilization and costs.
Details: Eden Prairie, MN: Academy on Violence and Abuse, 2009.
Source: Internet Resource
Year: 2009
Country: United States
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Shelf Number: 117603
Keywords:
Costs of CrimeHealth CareVictims of CrimeViolence and Abuse |
