If you answered yes, it could be a sign that you’re experiencing abuse.
If you're:
being constantly put down,
constantly being criticised,
being guilt tripped into doing things against your will,
having your life dictated to you - what you want to do with your life, who you can see and where you can go,
losing or have lost the courage to say 'no' in order to 'keep the peace',
being falsely accused with allegations you know are not true,
being or have been threatened or feeling intimidated,
It could be abuse.
Abuse towards men can be physical, but emotional and psychological abuse is just as damaging. It targets mental health rather than physical health. It's also far more sinister and difficult to prove than physical abuse.
Constant criticism that never lets up, no matter how hard you try.
Your money, your movements, or who you see are decided for you.
Threats, intimidation, or walking on eggshells to keep the peace.
Somehow every problem comes back around to being blamed on you.
Slowly cut off from the friends and family who used to have your back.
You’ve started to wonder if you’re the problem, or if it’s all in your head.
Men Suffer Too exists to provide information to men who are trying to understand Domestic Abuse, the cause and effects of Domestic Abuse, and to educate the wider population of the signs to spot when a man is suffering.
Find out what the effects of abuse is and how to protect yourself
Understanding the effectsYou deserve support, and it is out there. Some services offer free advice, others are provided by public services.
If you are in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services right away.
