UK Male Domestic Abuse Victims: Half Don’t Report, Face Arrest Instead
A Queen’s University Belfast and Northern Ireland commissioner for victims of crime study reveals that over half of male domestic abuse victims in Northern Ireland remain silent. The research found that over 70% of interviewed men contemplated suicide, with most suffering from depression or anxiety. The study highlights a critical need for improved support services for male victims who do report abuse. Addressing the significant stigma surrounding male domestic abuse is also deemed crucial.
John Q. Hosedrinker