While most domestic abuse victims are women, of course men experience it too, and it’s just as devastating, confusing and isolating.
Domestic abuse is more complex and sinister than arguments, relationship problems, or people “not getting along”. It’s a pattern of behaviour used to gain power and control over another person. It can involve emotional abuse, coercive control, intimidation, threats, financial abuse, physical violence, sexual abuse, stalking, or a combination of these.
Many men don’t identify with the word “victim”. Some feel embarrassed, others feel guilty, and some simply don’t have the language to describe what’s happening, which means abuse can continue for months or years before they seek help.
