Introduction Assault on the medical profession is a worldwide phenomenon. According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, assault means ‘a violent physical or verbal attack or a concerted effort (as to reach a goal or defeat an adversary)’ . Violence has many causes and manifests in many ways. It can lead to physical injury and material damage.
It causes a tremendous psychological strain on the medical personnel and services. It can cause severe emotional long term damage. There are two different modern concepts of violence, one the "minimalist concept" of violence as an intentional act of excessive or destructive force, the other the "comprehensive concept" which includes violations of rights and other aspects. Definition: Violence is defined by the WHO as "the intentional use of physical force or power, threatened or actual, against oneself, another person, or against a group or community,…
