Men are survivors
While the majority of incidents of domestic and sexual abuse are carried out by men against women, men are also survivors of abuse – by both men and women.
Men who are victims often suffer an added societal stigma because they are seen as weak if they come forward. If you, or someone you know, is at risk of abuse from a male or female partner, there are specialist organisations to support you (see contact details below).
Men were once boys
You may have witnessed domestic abuse and coercive control as a child. Growing up in a household with domestic abuse and coercive control can have significant impacts on a child’s developmental progress. Although children may have been removed from abusive situations the result of living with domestic abuse can have a lasting impact throughout the life cycle. (Buckley et al., 2006). Research has also indicated that in homes with severe physical abuse, sons are at more risk of child abuse than girls. If you experienced violence as a child, support is available.
Men’s Development Network
www.mensnetwork.ie
Male Advice Line 1800 816 588
mal@mensnetwork.ie
Men’s Aid
www.mensaid.ie
Men’s Aid Helpline 01-5543811
hello@mensaid.ie
Rape Crisis Network Ireland
www.rcni.ie
