Peer-reviewed article
Healthcare services in the intersectoral coping of domestic violence against children: a scoping review
Rosemeire Natsuko Shoji, Emiko Yoshikawa Egry, Karen Namie Sakata ·
Summary
Written by AI, not yet AICS's view · claude-haiku-4-5-20251001This scoping review examined how healthcare services can work with other sectors to address domestic violence against children, looking at 34 studies published between 2000 and 2023 from mostly the United States, Brazil, and the Netherlands. The review found that strategies like home visits and training for healthcare workers show promise but need better organization and coordination. Most research was quantitative, and overall there is limited scientific evidence on this topic. The review concludes that better intersectoral coordination and policies promoting children's rights are needed to align with Sustainable Development Goal 16 on peace and justice.
Key points
- 34 studies analyzed, predominantly quantitative (67.65%)
- United States led scientific production (29.41%), followed by Brazil and the Netherlands (14.71% each)
- Average of 1.42 publications per year shows small and irregular scientific output
- Home visits and professional training identified as promising strategies
- Six empirical categories identified related to SDG16 targets on peace and justice
Limitations
The review synthesizes existing literature rather than presenting new primary data, so it cannot evaluate the actual effectiveness of specific interventions or provide definitive causal evidence. It identifies gaps in the literature rather than providing comprehensive guidance on what works best for preventing domestic violence against children.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: to map and analyze the limits and potential of healthcare services in addressing domestic violence against children in the context of the intersectoral network in light of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets. METHODS: a scoping review according to the JBI method, with a search in 11 databases with publications between 2000 and 2023. Content analysis followed Bardin's framework. RESULTS: thirty-four studies were analyzed, predominantly quantitative (67.65%). Scientific production was small and irregular, with an average of 1.42 publications per year. The United States of America led (29.41%), followed by Brazil and the Netherlands (14.71%). Six empirical categories were identified and related to the SDG16 targets. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: strategies such as home visits and professional training have potential, but still lack systematization. Alignment with SDG16 targets requires investments in intersectoral coordination and public policies based on the promotion of children's rights.