Men face major barriers to seeking help after intimate partner violence

Men face major barriers to seeking help after intimate partner violence

Men are less likely than women to seek help after experiencing intimate partner violence, and new research from George Mason University found that the main barriers include viewing it as a private matter, fear of retaliation, shame, and concerns about not being believed.

Shame, stigma, and culture prevent male intimate partner violence survivors from seeking help, study finds

George Mason University researchers found that barriers to help-seeking vary across racial and ethnic groups, highlighting gaps in support for male survivors.

Shame, Stigma, and Culture Prevent Male Domestic Violence Survivors From Seeking Help

A new study involving 1,200 men reveals why male victims of intimate partner violence avoid seeking help, citing shame, stigma, and cultural barriers.