There are two types of abdominal paracentesis, diagnostic and therapeutic. A diagnostic paracentesis is done to examine the fluid in the abdomen. Determining the type of fluid present will help determine the cause of the problem.
There are many things that could contribute to a parent's abusive behavior, including the parent's abuse as a child, mental health issues, substance use, poor coping skills, stress levels and limited support system, says Dr. Dominguez. But it's important to remember that the cause doesn't excuse the behavior.
A judge CAN give joint or sole custody to the parent who committed domestic violence if the parent who was abusive: 1  Proves to the court that giving joint or sole custody of the children to him or her is in the best interest of the children; 2  Has successfully completed a 52-week battererâs intervention program;