Injury Risks in Children and Adolescents with Mothers Who Have Suffered Violent Injuries: A Comprehensive Review
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By
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Marissa Fazio
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Barbara Haas
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Sarah Bahreinian
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Sorina Andrei
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Hilary K. Brown
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Tharani Raveendran
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Natasha Saunders
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September 11, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Injury Risks in Children and Adolescents with Mothers Who Have Suffered Violent Injuries: A Comprehensive Review
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Maternal Violent Injury |
| Key Mechanisms | Direct injury to children, observation of trauma, compromised caregiving, financial instability, social isolation. |
| Target Population | Children whose mothers have experienced violent injuries. |
| Care Setting | Public health and clinical practice addressing violence against women. |
Key Highlights
- 1 in 3 women globally experiences physical or sexual violence in their lifetime.
- Children are at risk of injury through direct exposure or indirect consequences of maternal trauma.
- The relationship between maternal violent injury and child injury remains insufficiently quantified.
- Systemic obstacles to care and stigma affect the recognition of violence within families.
- The study aims to inform clinical practice and support policy development.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
- Assess maternal history of violent injury when evaluating child injury risks.
Management
- Implement trauma-informed care strategies for families affected by violence.
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Monitor children for signs of physical or sexual injury in the context of maternal violent injury.
Risks
- Recognize the potential for compromised caregiving and developmental impacts on children.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Children born to mothers who have sustained violent injuries.
Focus on addressing both maternal and child health needs in care plans.
Clinical Best Practices
- Utilize comprehensive screening for violence in maternal health assessments.
- Facilitate access to mental health resources for affected families.
- Promote community awareness and support systems for families experiencing violence.
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