Comparison of Domestic Violence Screening Methods: A Pilot Study

“Between me and the computer”: Increased detection of intimate partner violence using a computer questionnaire

“…None have had a positive long-term effect on rates of IPV screening by staff. 10,[38][39][40] We found that allowing patients to self-disclose risks on a computer resulted in a substantially higher rate of IPV detection compared with the rate in a group that received usual care, but it did not guarantee charting and follow-up by the treating physician. Computerassisted disclosure of IPV risk resulted in physician (21) 35 (15) Men (n=78) 45 (18) 37 (16) Women (n=170) 41 (21) 33 (14) 5 33 (13) Partner with depression 6 18 (7) High-risk sexual behavior 7 60 (24) History of sexual abuse or assault 8 39 ( 11 (14) 15 (9) Are you worried that you might physically hurt someone 7 (9) 9 (5) close to you?…”

Evidence-based clinical guidelines for immigrants and refugees

“…483 However, other studies comparing administration methods of screening instruments (e.g., face-to-face interviews, computer screening, written screening) have shown inconsistent results. 484,488,489 Furthermore, it is unknown whether these results apply to immigrant and refugee women.…”

Screening for Intimate Partner Violence in Medical Settings

“…Advantages include the fact that the trained and sensitive interviewer has the opportunity to read body language, reword questions, and make a personal connection with the patient. In some studies, patients appeared to prefer this method or disclosed at equal rates when compared with other screening methods (Furbee, Sikora, Williams, & Derk, 1998;Gerbert, Caspers, Bronstone, Moe, & Abercrombie, 1999;McFarlane, Christoffel, Bateman, Miller, & Bullock, 1991). Discussion of IPV issues during screening may decrease isolation that the victim experiences.…”