Prevalence and Risk Factors for Client Violence toward Social Workers
1996 ◽
Vol 77
(8)
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pp. 488-495
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The author reports findings from a random survey of National Association of Social Workers members from two states examining the prevalence, nature, and risk factors of client violence toward social workers. A majority of persons surveyed experienced client violence, with gender and setting as significant variables in determining risk. Implications for practice and policy are discussed.