Greenlee Girardet

Each year in the United States, more than 40 000 children younger than 19 years die.1 Approximately two-thirds of these deaths are attributable to injuries, such as motor vehicle crashes, suicides, homicides, drownings, and fires.1 In addition, approximately 3600 infants die suddenly and unexpectedly each year, usually during sleep.1 In efforts to more thoroughly investigate and possibly prevent many of these deaths, all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and the Navajo Nation have...

Each year in the United States, more than 40 000 children younger than 19 years die.1 Approximately two-thirds of these deaths are attributable to injuries, such as motor vehicle crashes, suicides, homicides, drownings, and fires.1 In addition, approximately 3600 infants die suddenly and unexpectedly each year, usually during sleep.1 In efforts to more thoroughly investigate and possibly prevent many of these deaths, all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and the Navajo Nation have...

Choosing to disclose IPV is a personal decision, and survivors may choose to not discuss IPV with health care professionals for a variety of reasons, including safety, fear of repercussions, or mistrust, among others. If a parent or caregiver discloses IPV either through universal education or screening, use of a survivor-centered approach is helpful to support the family. IPV survivors are best positioned to assess their own safety, and it is essential to not force disclosure or use of resources.