DFV Primary Care Toolkit
General Practice is often the first point of contact for many people experiencing domestic family abuse and violence (DFV).
Health professionals have a vital role to play in recognising DFV and in responding sensitively, respectfully, and safely to prevent further harm.
Looking for help?
If you need to talk to someone about DFV, you can find out more about support services.
Training
Learn more about TrainingDomestic and Family Violence Primary Care Action Plan
Learn more about Domestic and Family Violence Primary Care Action PlanSpot the Signs
Learn more about Spot the SignsStart the Conversation
Learn more about Start the ConversationLINK for Support
Learn more about LINK for SupportRecord / Legal
Learn more about Record / LegalWhole of Practice Approach
Learn more about Whole of Practice ApproachSpecialised Responses
DFAV occurs throughout all age, socio economic, and demographic groups. The way abuse and violence might present and the supports your patient may need can vary.
Below we have provided some information about how you might specialise your response to DFAV for different patients.
First Nations
Learn more about First NationsChildren and Young People
Learn more about Children and Young PeopleOlder People
Learn more about Older PeopleLGBTQ+ People
Learn more about LGBTQ+ PeoplePeople with Disabilities
Learn more about People with DisabilitiesCulturally and Linguistically Diverse People
Learn more about Culturally and Linguistically Diverse PeopleMale Victims of Violence
Learn more about Male Victims of ViolenceMen who Choose to use DFV
Learn more about Men who Choose to use DFVResources
The PHN has collaborated with GPs and Domestic Violence Specialists to develop and source a range of resources to support you and your practice in your response to domestic family violence.