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Support for Men Experiencing Domestic Abuse

Domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, background, or circumstance. At DAVSS, we recognise that men can also experience abuse within relationships, and we are committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential service for all victims and survivors.

If you are a man and are worried about your relationship, feel controlled by a partner, or are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. Support is available, and we are here to listen and help.

Contact us today for specialist advice and support:

📞 01892 570 538
✉️ office@davss.org.uk

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What Does Domestic Abuse Look Like?

Domestic abuse is not always physical. It can take many forms and often involves a pattern of behaviour designed to control, intimidate, isolate, or frighten another person.

You may be experiencing domestic abuse if your partner or ex-partner:

• Regularly threatens, intimidates, or controls you.
• Tells you that no one will believe you if you disclose the abuse.
• Uses threats involving your children, the police, social services, or legal action to control your behaviour.
• Restricts your access to healthcare, medication, sleep, money, or support networks.
• Makes you feel responsible for their behaviour or blames you for the abuse.
• Humiliates, belittles, criticises, or undermines your confidence.
• Manipulates you through mind games, gaslighting, or the silent treatment.
• Pressures, coerces, or forces you into sexual activity or sexual acts you do not want.
• Hits, punches, kicks, scratches, restrains, or assaults you physically.
• Uses objects or weapons to threaten, intimidate, or harm you.
• Uses stereotypes about masculinity to shame or control you, such as telling you that you are “not a real man”.
• Uses children to manipulate, control, or upset you, including limiting contact or sending messages through them.
• Minimises, denies, or dismisses the abuse when you raise concerns.

You Deserve Support

Many men find it difficult to talk about domestic abuse because of fear, shame, embarrassment, or concerns that they will not be believed. We understand these barriers and provide support without judgement.

Whether the abuse is current or happened in the past, DAVSS can help you understand your options, improve your safety, and access the support you need.

You do not have to face domestic abuse alone. Contact our team for confidential support and advice.