Myth ❌
Only men are abusers.
There are only resources to support women who are victimized.
Men do not want to report their experiences of domestic violence.
Truth ‼️
About 1 in 3 men experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime.
Support services for men experiencing domestic violence:
Safe Harbor offers free and confidential services.
safeharborshelter.com
Regional Domestic Violence Helpline: call/text
(804) 612-6126
LGBTQ Helpline:
866-356-6998
Men may see abuse as a private or personal matter. They also may have a fear of not being believed or that they will be blamed for the abuse. Some men experiencing domestic violence want to protect their partner who is abusive. There can be many reasons for not reporting. Everyone deserves a healthy relationship. Learn how to support someone you know experiencing domestic violence.
thehotline.org/support-others