The relationship of intimate partner violence (IPV) with mental
disorders was investigated among 234 American Indian/Alaska Native female
primary care patients. Results indicated that unadjusted prevalence ratios for
severe physical or sexual abuse (relative to no IPV) were significant for anxiety,
PTSD, mood, and any mental disorder. Adjusted prevalence ratios showed
severe physical or sexual IPV to be associated with any mood disorder. Patterns
of IPV and mental health have implications for detection and service utilization.