Can men be victims of domestic violence?
Yes, although it is fairly uncommon for a man to be at the total mercy of a woman, in the same way that a male perpetrator of domestic violence can wield control a battered woman. Women are more likely to use violence in self-defense, while male perpetrators use violence to gain and/or maintain power and control over his victim(s). Many perpetrators of domestic violence will identify themselves as victims. Careful screening needs to be conducted to ensure that perpetrators are not manipulating the system.
