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Use of a Health Advocacy Model for Survivors of Interpersonal Violence

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  • Jessica Grace

    (Department of Public Health Education, School of Public Health, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA)

  • Scott T. Walters

    (Department of Health Behavior and Health Systems, School of Public Health, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA)

  • Irene Gallegos

    (Department of Kinesiology, University of Texas Arlington, Arlington, TX 76109, USA)

  • Erika L. Thompson

    (Department of Health Behavior and Health Systems, School of Public Health, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA)

  • Emily E. Spence

    (Department of Public Health Education, School of Public Health, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA)

Abstract

This article examines the implementation of a health advocacy model designed for survivors of interpersonal violence (IPV) in a metropolitan area of North Texas. Using a framework influenced by motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care, this program engaged IPV survivors in creating health and safety goals. Goal attainment scaling was used to track progress after each health advocacy encounter. Clients could set their own goals for healthcare, self-care, and safety. The program served 419 clients and 648 goals were set by clients at the first visit. Among all goals, 89% selected goals focused on healthcare, with 47% of those selecting obtaining health insurance or coverage as a need. These results demonstrate the need for an enhanced healthcare response for this population. The remaining goals selected were self-care (7%) and safety (3%). The design of the health advocacy intervention shows promise towards filling the gaps between IPV and healthcare service delivery systems.

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  • Jessica Grace & Scott T. Walters & Irene Gallegos & Erika L. Thompson & Emily E. Spence, 2020. "Use of a Health Advocacy Model for Survivors of Interpersonal Violence," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 17(23), pages 1-13, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:17:y:2020:i:23:p:8966-:d:455241
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    1. Christoffel, K.K., 2000. "Public health advocacy: Process and product," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 90(5), pages 722-726.
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