Scope review on Attention to Violence Against Children and Adolescents in PHC

This scoping review examines how primary health care services identify and respond to violence against children and adolescents. The review synthesizes scientific evidence on procedures and practices used in PHC settings to address suspected or confirmed cases of violence. The goal is to provide information that can help policymakers, health professionals, and communities develop better approaches to combat violence against children.

Key points

• The review focuses on procedures in Primary Health Care for dealing with violence against children and adolescents
• It synthesizes scientific evidence on current PHC responses to violence
• The evidence is intended to inform policy decisions and professional practice
• The review aims to support community efforts in combating violence

Limitations

The document provides only the title and aim of the scoping review without presenting actual findings, results, or the evidence that was synthesized. We cannot determine what specific procedures or outcomes were identified, which countries or contexts were covered, or what recommendations emerged from the review.