Issues in the identification of all members of a family affected by intimate partner violence in primary care.

Key Points

• Identifying intimate partner violence can improve psychological health in affected families, ensuring necessary support services are provided.
• Almost all families displaying indicators of intimate partner violence were found to have unaddressed health issues, particularly psychological and physical.
• Assessment in primary care settings utilizes trauma-informed strategy, emphasizing a non-judgemental and sensitive approach in conversations.
• Enhancing identification processes may lead to better outcomes, indicating potential systemic changes in primary care settings are required.