23. Characterization of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Among Adolescents

CDC data shows that 25% of adolescents experience verbal, physical, emotional or sexual abuse from a dating partner. We aimed to determine the incidence of IPV among adolescents, and to characterize the types of IPV experienced in order to allow for early identification, intervention, and prevention of IPV among adolescents.
Source: Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Authors: Source Type: research