Article
Repercussions of homicide on victims’ families: a literature review
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COSTA, Daniella Harth da; NJAINE, Kathie; SCHENKER, Miriam. Repercussions of homicide on victims’ families: a literature review. Ciência & Saúde Coletiva, v.22, n.9, p.3087-3097, 2017
1413-8123
10.1590/1413-81232017229.18132016
1678-4561
Autor
Costa, Daniella Harth da
Njaine, Kathie
Schenker, Miriam
Resumen
This study aimed to perform a integrative literature review on the repercussion of homicide on victims’ families from 1990 to June 2015. It was noted that the majority of studies on the subject has been conducted in the United States. Fewer studies carried out in Brazil and in other countries have been located. Four main themes have been identified: impact on health, the family system in the post-homicide period, re-victimization factors and post-homicide facilitating aspects. Findings of this study point to the importance of interdisciplinary care focused on this public, considering their health, social, financial and legal needs.