Cogitare Enfermagem (May 2020)

INTERPERSONAL AND SELF-DIRECTED VIOLENCE: CHARACTERIZATION OF CASES REPORTED IN A REGIONAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT OF PARANÁ

  • Cinthia Mara de Andrade,
  • Géssica Tuani Teixeira,
  • Thaisa Borges França,
  • Márcio Rambo,
  • Marcela Gonçalves Trevisan,
  • Edinara Casaril,
  • Lediana Dalla Costa

DOI
https://doi.org/10.5380/ce.v25i0.63758
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 25, no. 0

Abstract

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Objective: to characterize cases of interpersonal and self-directed violence through reports from a Regional Health Department in the interior of Paraná. Method: retrospective documentary research, with a quantitative approach, carried out between May and June 2018. The study analyzed the reports of interpersonal and self-harm that took place between 2013 and 2016. The data were submitted to descriptive statistical analysis, presented by absolute and relative frequency distribution. Results: There was an increase in violence. A total of 766 cases were reported, with a predominance of female victims in 565 (73.8%) reports. Of these, 322 (42%) were adults and 277 (47.9%) had a partner. Regarding the aggressors, 548 (75.5%) were men and 393 (51.3%) adults. Conclusion: The research reinforces the importance of reporting and health care based on the responsibility of professionals. The increase in violence makes it essential to implement public policies and train professionals focused on reporting.

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