Resources Intimate partner domestic violence

Intimate partner/domestic violence

The following materials were created prior to the merger between the Utah Department of Health (UDOH) and the Utah Department of Human Services (UDHS). These materials are only available upon request.

Intimate partner / domestic violence fatalities, 2020.

The report highlights that 22.7% of homicide victims in Utah were killed in intimate partner or domestic violence-related incidents, with 85.9% of intimate partner violence homicide victims being female. It emphasizes prevention strategies, including teaching relationship skills, supporting survivors, and implementing lethality assessments to reduce such fatalities.

Student toolkit.

This toolkit provides resources for students to identify and navigate healthy and unhealthy relationships, offering exercises on communication, emotional management, and conflict resolution. It emphasizes understanding emotions, building trust, and fostering respect to maintain positive interactions with peers.

Planning week guide.

The planning guide outlines steps for organizing a Healthy Relationships Week in schools, with a focus on promoting awareness about healthy relationships and preventing teen dating violence. It provides activity suggestions, educational resources, and guidance on coordinating events to engage students and foster a positive school environment.

DVAM media toolkit, 2016.

The Utah Domestic Violence Awareness Month Media Toolkit provides resources and strategies for raising awareness about intimate partner violence, emphasizing prevention and community involvement. It includes messaging templates, media outreach tips, and ideas for engaging businesses and community partners in promoting respectful, nonviolent relationships.

Teen dating violence in Utah.

The report on teen dating violence in Utah highlights that nearly 28% of students in dating relationships experience some form of violence, with females more likely to report emotional, physical, and sexual abuse than males. It emphasizes the long-term negative health effects of teen dating violence and provides resources for prevention and support.

Teen dating violence toolkit, 2017.

The 2017 Utah Dating Violence Awareness Month Media Toolkit provides resources for promoting healthy relationships and preventing dating violence, focusing on bystander intervention. It includes messaging strategies, social media suggestions, and educational tools to engage community members, schools, and youth in raising awareness and supporting victims.

The dating scene.

The "Dating Scene" workbook provides teens with tools and information to foster respectful relationships, recognize dating violence, and understand warning signs of unhealthy dynamics. It includes activities and resources to encourage open communication, trust, and mutual respect while helping teens navigate relationship challenges and seek support if needed.

Top 10 healthy relationships.

The "Top 10 Teen Dating Violence Warning Signs" document lists key indicators of abusive relationships, such as intimidation, threats, emotional abuse, and isolation. It emphasizes behaviors like manipulation, jealousy, and the use of social status to control or demean a partner.

Top 10 teen dating violence warning signs.

The "Top 10 Teen Dating Violence Warning Signs" document identifies key red flags in abusive relationships, such as intimidation, threats, and emotional manipulation. It highlights behaviors like isolation, jealousy, and using social status to control or humiliate a partner.

Intimate partner violence fact sheet, 2016.

The 2016 Intimate Partner Violence Fact Sheet for Utah reports that 14% of adults experienced intimate partner violence (IPV), with higher rates among females, those with disabilities, and lower-income individuals. It emphasizes the connection between IPV and negative health outcomes, adverse childhood experiences, and outlines safety tips, risk factors, and available resources for prevention and support.

Domestic violence healthcare manual.

The Domestic Violence Healthcare Manual provides guidelines for healthcare providers in Utah to assess and refer victims of domestic violence, emphasizing the importance of screening, documentation, and reporting. It offers tools like the RADAR card to help identify domestic violence risk factors and includes resources for victim support, aiming to improve intervention and care for victims within healthcare settings.

Awareness poster.

The Dating Violence Awareness poster highlights that 1 in 3 high school students will experience an abusive relationship, raising awareness about the prevalence of dating violence. It provides hotline numbers and social media links for additional resources and support.

Emergency department staff survey on intimate partner violence, 2009.

The 2009 Emergency Department Staff Survey on Intimate Partner Violence in Utah assesses the experiences of emergency department staff in identifying and responding to cases of intimate partner abuse. The report highlights obstacles such as lack of training, patient reluctance, and resource limitations, while also addressing the importance of policies and referral systems to improve support for abuse victims.

Intimate partner violence fact sheet, 2008.

The 2008 Intimate Partner Violence Fact Sheet for Utah reveals that 14.2% of women reported experiencing physical abuse by an intimate partner at some point in their lives. It emphasizes the connection between intimate partner violence and negative health outcomes, such as poor mental health, substance use, and reduced quality of life.

Domestic violence fatalities in Utah, 2003 - 2008.

The 2003-2008 report on domestic violence fatalities in Utah reveals that approximately one domestic violence-related homicide occurs each month, with females being 10 times more likely than males to die from such incidents. The report also notes that firearms were involved in 67.8% of these homicides, and one-third of the perpetrators committed suicide after the homicide.

Statewide 24-hour sexual violence crisis and information hotline, 2003 -2008.

The 2003-2008 report on Utah's Statewide 24-hour Sexual Violence Crisis and Information Hotline details that the hotline received over 2,800 calls, with the highest number occurring in 2006. Salt Lake, Utah, and Davis counties accounted for the majority of the calls, highlighting the importance of the hotline in providing crisis support across the state.

Health status survey brief injury.

The Utah Health Status Survey (HSS) brief on injury and interpersonal violence reports that 12% of Utah residents experienced nonfatal injuries in the past year, with falls being the most common cause. Additionally, an estimated 18,500 adults were victims of interpersonal violence, with women more likely to be harmed by an intimate partner, while men were more likely to be harmed by strangers.

Domestic violence report, 2003.

The 2003 Emergency Department Survey on Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence in Utah reveals that while 56% of emergency departments encourage routine questions about abuse, fewer than half of providers ask direct questions about it. The survey also highlights that rural healthcare providers feel significantly less trained to identify and manage cases of domestic violence compared to those in urban areas, with over 75% expressing interest in further training.

Intimate partner homicide in Utah , 1994 - 1999.

The Intimate Partner Violence Death Review Team (IPVDRT) report summarizes the review of 64 intimate partner homicides in Utah from 1994 to 1999, identifying that firearms were the most common method of homicide, and 37.5% of perpetrators committed suicide after the homicide. The report emphasizes the need for ongoing reviews, increased education on intimate partner violence, and better resources for victims and children affected by such violence.