Reproductive Coercion
Reproductive Coercion is a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course designed for healthcare professionals working in sexual health, primary care, emergency medicine, midwifery, nursing, mental health services, social work, and community health settings. The course provides evidence-based guidance on identifying, responding to, and supporting individuals experiencing reproductive coercion in clinical practice. Reproductive coercion refers to behaviours that interfere with an individual’s autonomous decision-making regarding reproductive health. This may include controlling contraception use, pressuring pregnancy decisions, sabotaging contraceptive methods, or forcing continuation or termination of pregnancy. It is a recognised form of gender-based violence and can have profound physical, psychological, and social consequences.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand how reproductive coercion impacts reproductive autonomy and decision-making.
- Identify different forms and patterns of reproductive coercion.
- Recognise clinical opportunities for screening and disclosure.
- Respond appropriately and safely to patients experiencing reproductive coercion.
- Apply trauma-informed communication in clinical consultations.
- Identify risk factors and safeguarding concerns associated with reproductive coercion.
- Understand referral pathways and multidisciplinary support systems.
- Access relevant policy guidance and professional development resources.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand how reproductive coercion impacts reproductive autonomy and decision-making.
- Identify different forms and patterns of reproductive coercion.
- Recognise clinical opportunities for screening and disclosure.
- Respond appropriately and safely to patients experiencing reproductive coercion.
- Apply trauma-informed communication in clinical consultations.
- Identify risk factors and safeguarding concerns associated with reproductive coercion.
- Understand referral pathways and multidisciplinary support systems.
- Access relevant policy guidance and professional development resources.
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Training Overview
- Understanding Reproductive Coercion
- Forms and Patterns of Reproductive Coercion
- Impact on Health and Reproductive Autonomy
- Screening and Identification in Clinical Practice
- Responding to Reproductive Coercion
- Safeguarding, Referral, and Professional Responsibilities
- Summary
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Frequently asked questions
Reproductive coercion is behaviour that interferes with a person’s ability to make autonomous decisions about contraception, pregnancy, and reproductive health.
Anyone can experience it, but it is most commonly reported in intimate partner relationships.
Examples include contraceptive sabotage, pregnancy pressure, and restricting access to healthcare.
Through private, sensitive questioning and awareness of behavioural and clinical indicators.
Provide a safe, supportive response, assess risk, and offer referral to appropriate services.
Yes, it is recognised as a form of gender-based and intimate partner violence.
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