Addressing Intimate Partner Violence: A Conversation with Dr. Alison Creagh on The Good GP

In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Sean Stevens is joined by Dr Alison Creagh, a GP specialising in women's health and sexual and reproductive health, with over 20 years of experience in this field. Alison sheds light on the issue of intimate partner violence and its impact on the health of those affected, particularly women. She discusses how intimate partner violence differs from domestic violence and emphasises the importance of GPs in addressing this prevalent issue.Delving into why patients may be reluctant to discuss intimate partner violence with their GPs and offers insights into how GPs can effectively broach this sensitive topic with their patients. Alison provides practical guidance on identifying potential signs of intimate partner violence and outlines gentle and effective approaches for GPs to initiate conversations with their patients.Furthermore, Alison shares valuable resources and support services available to GPs and patients dealing with intimate partner violence, emphasising the need for confidentiality and sensitivity in handling such cases. Concluding with the discussion on additional learning opportunities and resources for GPs to further their understanding and approach in addressing intimate partner violence.Resources for Getting Help on Intimate Partner Violence across Australia:National1800 RESPECTCounselling, information and referral for people experiencing abuse, friends and family and healthprofessionals. 1800 737 732MensLine AustraliaFor men with concerns about abuse, including those who are abusive. 1300 789 978White RibbonLists national helplines available according to needs. whiteribbon.org.au/helplines ACTDomestic Violence Crisis Service 02 6280 0900NSWNSW Domestic Violence LineCounselling and referrals for women experiencing DV 1800 656 463NSW Department Communities and JusticeOnline information source, with quick exit buttonshttps://dcj.nsw.gov.au/children-and-families/family-domestic-and-sexual-violence.html Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy ServicesProvide information, advocacy and referrals for women and children, and support accessing restraining orderslegalaid.nsw.gov.au/about-us/our-partners/womens-domestic-violence-court-advocacy-program NTDomestic, family and sexual violence page from NT governmentLists local support services according to regionnt.gov.au/law/crime/domestic-family-and-sexual-violence/get-help-for-domestic-family-and-sexual-violence QLDDVConnect WomenslineSupport, accommodation, counselling and referrals for women experiencing family or domestic violence 1800 811 811DVConnect MenslineSupport, counselling and referrals for men affected 1800 600 636Government Domestic & Family Violence pageInformation about services availableqld.gov.au/community/getting-support-health-social-issue/support-victims-abuse/domestic-family-violence Domestic Violence Prevention CentreCounselling, practical support, safety planning and referrals 07 5532 9000SADomestic and family violence & sexual assault support servicesListings of supports available for specific issuessa.gov.au/topics/family-and-community/safety-and-health/domestic-violence-and-sexual-assault/support-services Domestic Violence Crisis LineCrisis counselling, support and accommodation referrals 1800 800 098TASFamily Violence Counselling and Support ServiceInformation, support, safety planning, assistance with police, referrals 1800 608...