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intimate partner violence

intimate partner violence Intimate partner violence is abuse within a close relationship, such as between current or former spouses or dating partners.

Intimate partner violence is abuse within a close relationship, such as between current or former spouses or dating partners. It involves a pattern of assault and controlling behavior that can include physical, psychological, or sexual harm, as well as intimidation, stalking, isolation, deprivation, or reproductive coercion.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Intimate Partner Violence” (D000066511).
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