Violence
Violence is behaviour causing harm by the use of force. The World Health Organization (WHO) divides violence into three-sub types which include self-directed violence, interpersonal violence and collective violence. Exposure to violence can have a lasting impact on a person’s physical, mental and emotional health. Violence has been linked to an increased risk of substance abuse, mental illness, as well as chronic and infectious diseases.
PHO Rounds: The Ontario Early Adversity and Resilience Framework: From Research to Action
This PHO Rounds introduces the Ontario Early Adversity and Resilience (OEAR) Framework, a comprehensive and accessible framework developed to consolidate research, promote shared understanding of adversity and resilience, support evidence-based and equity-focused strategies, and foster intersectoral collaboration.
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