Frequently Asked Questions
Are men victims of domestic abuse?
- National figures show that 1 in 6 men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime.
- The 2001/02 British Crime Survey found that 19% of domestic abuse incidents involved male victims, with half being committed by a female offender.
- Male victims of domestic abuse often remain hidden due to stigma and embarassment. Many men feel they are not 'real men' if they are abused by their partner.
- Male victims of domestic abuse must remember they are not alone, that it is not their fault, and that help is available. For a list of male victim services, please see the Directory of Resources in our Posters and Leaflets.
- How do I report an incident of domestic abuse to the Police?
- What services are offered by East Berkshire Women's Aid (EBWA)?
- What do Social Services do with the referral of a domestic incident from the Police?
- Will Social Services take my children away from me if I report domestic abuse?
- How can Social Services help me and my children?
- What are the risk indications of domestic abuse?
- Are men victims of domestic abuse?
- How many domestic related murders are there per year?
- How many refuges are there in the UK?
- What are my Housing options?
- Will my abusive partner change?
