Quiet Suffering: Recognizing the Impact of Strangulation Across the Lifespan in Tribal Communities-Quiet Suffering: Recognizing the Impact of Strangulation Across the Lifespan in Tribal Communities

Quiet Suffering: Recognizing the Impact of Strangulation Across the Lifespan in Tribal Communities

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The webinar discussed the impact of strangulation in tribal and native communities, emphasizing the physical, emotional, and cognitive effects of strangulation across different age groups. Healthcare providers were highlighted as crucial in identifying and responding to these cases. Anatomical considerations for pediatric and elderly populations were explained, stressing the vulnerability of these groups to life-threatening injuries from strangulation. Screening for strangulation was deemed essential as victims may not always show visible injuries. Challenges to disclosing strangulation, such as mistrust and lack of awareness, were addressed. The importance of thorough medical exams, trauma-informed care, patient education, evidence collection, and safety planning, as well as the need for collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, were emphasized. Resources like the IAFN Non-Fatal Strangulation Documentation Toolkit were recommended for documentation and assessment. Tailored safety planning, consideration of patient comfort and societal barriers, and professional development for healthcare professionals were also discussed as key components in effectively addressing strangulation incidents.

Keywords

strangulation impact

tribal communities

native communities

healthcare providers

anatomical considerations

pediatric population

elderly population

screening importance

challenges in disclosure

medical exams

trauma-informed care