[Date]
CMY3705 Assignment 1
Semester 2 2024
(238598) - DUE 23
August 2024
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
, CMY3705 Assignment 1 Semester 2 2024 (238598) - DUE 23 August 2024
Discuss the issue of men as victims of domestic violence, addressing the unique
challenges they face. Additionally, examine the barriers that prevent men from
seeking help and propose effective ways to improve support for male victims.
Men as Victims of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence against men is a significant issue, although it is less frequently
discussed than violence against women. Men can experience physical, emotional,
psychological, and sexual abuse in intimate relationships, and their experiences
often go unrecognized and unsupported.
Unique Challenges Faced by Male Victims
1. Societal Perceptions and Gender Norms:
o Stigma: Society often views men as perpetrators rather than victims
of domestic violence, leading to stigmatization and a lack of
recognition of male victimhood.
o Masculinity Norms: Traditional notions of masculinity, which
emphasize strength, self-reliance, and stoicism, can make it difficult
for men to admit they are being abused.
2. Lack of Awareness and Resources:
o Limited Services: Domestic violence shelters, hotlines, and support
services are often geared towards female victims, resulting in a
shortage of resources specifically for men.
CMY3705 Assignment 1
Semester 2 2024
(238598) - DUE 23
August 2024
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
, CMY3705 Assignment 1 Semester 2 2024 (238598) - DUE 23 August 2024
Discuss the issue of men as victims of domestic violence, addressing the unique
challenges they face. Additionally, examine the barriers that prevent men from
seeking help and propose effective ways to improve support for male victims.
Men as Victims of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence against men is a significant issue, although it is less frequently
discussed than violence against women. Men can experience physical, emotional,
psychological, and sexual abuse in intimate relationships, and their experiences
often go unrecognized and unsupported.
Unique Challenges Faced by Male Victims
1. Societal Perceptions and Gender Norms:
o Stigma: Society often views men as perpetrators rather than victims
of domestic violence, leading to stigmatization and a lack of
recognition of male victimhood.
o Masculinity Norms: Traditional notions of masculinity, which
emphasize strength, self-reliance, and stoicism, can make it difficult
for men to admit they are being abused.
2. Lack of Awareness and Resources:
o Limited Services: Domestic violence shelters, hotlines, and support
services are often geared towards female victims, resulting in a
shortage of resources specifically for men.
