Domestic Violence Case Study

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There is an immense role occupational therapists can provided for survivors of domestic violence to improve their overall quality of life. Victims of domestic violence often have lifelong challenges and are at greater risk for many disorders and occupational deprivation. Plat-Jones (2006) explains the need for health professionals to have more education and knowledge on the topic of domestic violence. It is important for health care professionals to be aware of the risks as well as the possible indicators of domestic violence. Some possible signs of domestic violence to look for are as follows: frequent appointments for vague complaints or symptoms, missed appointments, or injuries that appear inconsistent with the explanations of accidental …show more content…

When indications or concerns arise it is our ethical duty to ask questions and provide appropriate help. The following are examples of questions to ask in a suspected domestic violence situation; have you ever been in a relationship where you have been hit or hurt in some way, does your partner often lose his or her temper with you? If he or she does, what happens, Has your partner ever destroyed or broken things that you care about; threatened you or hurt your children, forced sex on you, or forced you to have sex in such a way you did not want? Is everything all right at home, are you being looked after properly?, Is your partner or care provider taking care of you?, Could you tell me how you got those injuries, Can you tell me who hurt …show more content…

Scaletti, (2005) completed a case study on a 6 year old girl who went through non-directive play therapy for treatment to cope with the effects caused by the exposer to domestic violence. The child made some great improvements through the use of play therapy. Her bed wetting discontinued and she no longer took responsibility for keeping others safe. She also had improved self-esteem and self-concept. Over all this article provides evidence that given an environment where the child feels safe, symbolic play allows the child to confront challenges, fears, emotions in positive way and allows for improvement in self-esteem and

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