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Strangulation and Suffocation

Five Myths About Strangulation

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Getting a Grip on Strangulation

Getting a Grip on Strangulation: Enumerating Strangulation in the UCMJ Will Help the Fight Against Domestic Abuse.

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Law Enforcement Response to Intimate Partner Violence Information Packet

This information packet was created to support Tribal law enforcement’s response to intimate partner violence (IPV). It is also intended to help familiarize advocates, survivors, and the public with key issues in law enforcement’s role in providing victim safety and offender accountability. Read More ››

Physiological Consequences of Strangulation

The document is about the physiological consequences of strangulation, including the occlusion of arterial blood flow and the timeline of events during strangulation.

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Signs of Strangulation

This document shows the physical signs of strangulation and includes a diagram of a face.  Read More ››

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Special Collection: Intimate Partner Violence Intersections With Traumatic Brain Injury, Trauma, Mental Health, and Substance Use

This document provides resources and information to support survivors of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and covers topics such as traumatic brain injuries, trauma, mental health, and substance use. It emphasizes the need for accurate information and collaborative efforts across fields to ensure the safety and recovery of survivors. Read More ››

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Strangulation and Suffocation in Indian Country

Strangulation has been identified as one of the most lethal forms of domestic violence and sexual assault. Read More ››

Strangulation in Intimate Partner Violence

The document is about the prevalence, consequences, and risks associated with strangulation in cases of intimate partner violence. Read More ››

Strangulation Pocket Guide

The document is a guide to best practices when working with survivors of non-fatal strangulation in cases of intimate partner violence. Read More ››

Symptoms of Strangulation

The document is a guide to the physiological symptoms of survivors of non-fatal strangulation in cases of intimate partner violence. Read More ››

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