Important changes to family violence information sharing The RACGP has updated its White Book in response to new requirements regarding the way information is shared across services and organisations.
How can GPs respond to online abuse and cyberbullying? Doctors are no strangers to negative comments, but there are options available when lines are crossed and online behaviour becomes menacing, harassing or offensive.
‘We need to be kind to ourselves’: vicarious trauma and burnout GPs are at risk of vicarious trauma, particularly when it comes to caring for patients experiencing family abuse and violence.
Recognise and respond: White Book update guides GPs The new edition draws on evidence of what victims and survivors want from health professionals when responding to abuse and violence.
New tailored family violence training for primary care GPs had previously reported a lack of access to existing resources, an issue the national training program will aim to remedy.
Enhanced support for responding to elder abuse It can be difficult for GPs to raise concerns about elder abuse, but new training aims to help those at the coalface identify the signs and act.
Fears for further surge in family violence this Christmas Historically, family violence incidents peak over the festive season – and that number is expected to skyrocket this year.
Acts, words and gestures: Recognising the signs of coercive control Women’s health experts are calling for GPs to be aware of and understand the subtle signs of coercive control for women in their care.
Building readiness to deal with family violence New funding and an innovative research model will help reinforce GPs’ key role in identifying and responding to issues of abuse and violence.