How Do You Escape Domestic Violence Against Men?
Domestic violence against men is becoming more common in society, though males escaping such relationships will usually have even more obstacles in getting away than women in such situations. More than 835,000 men each year, many who are heterosexual, are battered by a spouse or romantic partner, according to the National Violence Against Women survey. Though many shelters do not have programs to help combat domestic violence against men, the issue is being taken more seriously and help does exist for those who need to stop the cycle of abuse. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 in cases of domestic violence against men to get help. They can refer you to local resources such as a shelter open to men and also lend a listening ear. You do not have to be ready to leave the relationship to call a domestic violence against men hotline. Visit some of the websites (see Resources section) that specialize in talking about domestic violence against men. This is a very r