It’s Time to Hear Men’s Experiences of Image Based Sexual Abuse — The Centre for Male Psychology

Vegetable_Ad1732 · 2024-11-13T03:51:37+00:00

This is one of those things like grabbing someone's ass. In the sense that if a male does it to a female, it's jail time, but if a female does it to a male, nobody does squat. In fact, if a male complains about it, he'd probably be mocked. No one's going to put a girl in jail for sharing nudes of a boy, with or without his consent. But if a boy does it to a girl, forget it. I hope this research project is successful.

antifeminist3 · 2024-11-13T13:28:41+00:00

Men twice as likely to fall victim, with young people, Black and Native American women, and LGBTQ individuals also at high risk

Record numbers of UK men fall victim to sextortion gangs

https://www.wired-gov.net/wg/news.nsf/articles/Record+numbers+of+UK+men+fall+victim+to+sextortion+gangs+25052018104300?open

rahu_369 · 2024-11-13T04:09:33+00:00

While domestic violence often goes unnoticed for men, the reality is that men, too, are victims and suffer in silence. Domestic violence against men is an issue that deserves awareness and attention globally. Here are some facts and figures that highlight the need for a broader perspective:

Global Statistics on Male Victims:

United Kingdom: Around 1 in 3 domestic abuse victims are male, with approximately 757,000 men reporting incidents in 2018-2019 alone (Office for National Statistics, UK).

United States: A report by the CDC reveals that 1 in 7 men over 18 have experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner.

Australia: Approximately 1 in 16 men report being physically or sexually assaulted by a partner since the age of 15 (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2016).

Canada: 26% of domestic abuse victims are men, with emotional abuse being one of the most reported forms of domestic violence (Statistics Canada).

Underreporting and Stigma:

Social stigma and traditional expectations make it difficult for men to report abuse, leading to significant underreporting.

In many countries, societal norms discourage men from speaking up, as seeking help may be viewed as a sign of weakness.

Mental Health Impact:

Men who experience abuse often face depression, anxiety, and PTSD. A lack of support systems can worsen mental health outcomes, as services for male survivors are minimal compared to those for women.

Support Services Are Scarce:

Globally, shelters and support services tailored for male domestic violence survivors are few, leaving many without options for safe refuge or mental health support.

The Need for Awareness:

As domestic violence affects people of all genders, spreading awareness and advocating for equal support and resources is essential. Victims of abuse, regardless of gender, deserve the opportunity to be heard, protected, and supported.

Title	It’s Time to Hear Men’s Experiences of Image Based Sexual Abuse — The Centre for Male Psychology
Author	iainmf
Upvotes	65
Comments	12
Date	November 13, 2024 12:16 AM UTC (1 year ago)
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