Abstract
Teen dating abuse, rape and violence are considered major public health problems that
impact the lives of millions of teens in the United States. Dermatologists have traditionally
become involved in these cases when confronted with patients who have unexplained
bruising, or other skin injuries, and/or sexually transmitted diseases which raise
the possibility that they could be victims of sexual abuse and violence. This contribution
explores the role of the dermatologist in the diagnosis and management of teen dating
abuse. We suggest some screening questions that might help to broach these serious
issues with teen patients when the suspicion of dating abuse arises. We also provide
a list of resources and hotlines that offer advice on how best to handle teen dating
abuse. Some legal issues concerning the physician's role in managing teen dating abuse,
rape, and violence are also discussed.
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Edited by: Leonard J. Hoenig, MD
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For: Clinics in Dermatology
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