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Abused Men

Instances of men being abused by their partner – physically, emotionally or even sexually – are as prevalent as women abuse. Unfortunately, many of these cases go unreported because male victims have to contend with social standards of men being the abuser.

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Why do women seek out abusive men and what makes a man abusive?

Many times, women don't "seek out" abusive men necessarily, but women are often attracted to "bad" boys, and that is just the way it is, no reason for it. And of course those bad boys could end of being highly abusive. Men are abusive when they control everything in a their parter's life. There is physical abuse, and emotional abuse, and many other types. If you ever feel threatened or unsafe, that could be a sign of abuse and you have to get out of that relationship immediately before it becomes something you'll regret. Your "man" WILL ask for you back, but you just have to stay strong and listen to your heart!

What is a controlling woman?

  • A controlling woman is one who wants her own way almost 100% of the time. She is self centered; arrogant and spoiled. She can threaten a man into doing what she wants by holding back a sexual relationship or nagging him. She can also threaten to have an affair and may do so. Some women have a jealous streak in them and will keep their mates on a tight rein by not letting them talk to other women even when at a social event or let him go out with his male friends. A man cannot be controlled unless he wishes to be controlled.

What are some of the reasons why a woman might kill her spouse?

Who knows what goes through a humans mind, but here are a few reasons:

  • Life Insurance
  • Rage because he may have been cheating or may be leaving the marriage.
  • If the husband is physically or mentally abusive to her. There is a point where everyone can crack one way or the other.
  • If she has a lover and feels she wants to keep everything her husband has she may kill him so she can have it all.
  • Rage while arguing.

Those are the most popular reasons.

Why do women who were sexually abused by their fathers not understand about commitment and when they get a man that is caring why do they still have sex with other men?

My personal thoughts would be because the abused woman in question associates that bad behavior with masculinity or a "fatherly" figure. Especially if the abuse was going on during the sensitive developmental stages of her youth. She may possibly be desensitised to sex in the personal and intimate way the majority of women see it. Because of her hardship she may devalue sex or devalue herself, possibly both. I know that some abused women subconsciously want to be treated aggresively or badly. Unfortunately, issues such as these are rarely sorted out unless the victim is ready and/or willing to accept help. Then again, perhaps this particular person is resolved with their past and a problem might lie in your specific relationship with her. Some women get a sense of feeling smothered or boredom if a man persues them too obsessively/aggressively. The best advice I could give is for as much communication between yourselves as possible. Remember to remain calm but not soft. Stand your ground and be firm with communicating your feelings and/or opinions, while not seeming angry or impatient.

Has any net work done a story on Wild thing Stevie Ray and Tonya Knight?

Its in the works Espn wants sole rights but has now got competition from several other net works

What advice do you have if your girlfriend is beautiful and fit but she beats you up all the time and you really hurt and cannot stop crying when she is bullying you?

Beauty and being physically fit does not make a good or whole person. If your girlfriend is abusive leave her, period. Staying with someone because they look good is a bad thing. There are lots of beautiful people in the world that wont hurt other people, especially those they love. If physical appeal is important enough to you that you want to suffer though the pain, then stay. But maybe look beyond physical attraction and find someone who will treat you right, not just look good on your arm. good luck.

Does the literature on abuse change when the victim is a man and the abuser is a woman?

Literature on AbuseAccording to law enforcement statistics, women abusers - especially batterers - are far rarer than male abusers. As a result, most of the literatuire deals with men.

Most of the "facts" are still the same. Same personalities, only opposite. Only it's even harder for a man to get help because of the way men are supposed to be. That will make them look weak and wimpy.

Here is more from Wiki s contributors:

  • There are simply more women out in the world than men, thus there are more abused women, but the percentage of abused men is running very high and getting higher in modern times. Women have been fighting for "their rights" since the 1900's (fighting for the vote, fighting to be doctors, fighting for careers in a man's world, etc., etc.) and with this power it can be misused by many women. They can get caught up in their new-found freedom and misjudge what their roles are in society, just like men can. It's complex. In these modern times we are really getting into a major learning curve of whether men and women are equals. The odd thing about it is, men and women can work side-by-side quite nicely if the participants are willing, but either one can misuse that power and go their different ways.
  • In my case, the link did not help me as a man trying to understand my probably abusive relationship. She emphasizes the intellectual - her superior memory, education, occupational drive - the financial, etc. She asks why I don't work harder and get a better job, then makes it impossible for me to pursue one by making incessant demands on my time. She is at once domineering beyond all reason and irrationally submissive. I don't know if I'm more destroyed and distraught when she tells me I've messed up my whole life through my failures before she came into my life, or when she says robotically to have sex with her 'because that's what a good wife does'. In any case, that link doesn't describe her-as-woman at all, I'm afraid to say.
  • Yes, the literature is different for abused men. To the poster who's wife is dominant re her workplace and putting you down because you don't work hard enough. There is a very slim line between verbal abuse and it's a hard one to figure out. My suggestion to you is to tell her to knock it off. Stand up for yourself! Sit down with her and tell her that you don't appreciate her put-downs. Don't swallow the one "I'm doing it for your own good." If you make a mate feel badly when they are trying their very best to put food on the table and keep a roof over their heads, then it's time to come out with both guns blazing. Tell her that discussions are OK, constant arguing is not, and if it continues you are leaving. This will certainly have her thinking more clearly.

Also for the men here (I don't mean this as an excuse either, but it happens.) Women as young as mid-30s can go through their peri-menopause which means their bodies are getting ready to go into menopause. Some women can start their full-fledged menopause as young as their mid-30s (getting more abundant now) and it's a tough road for some women. Yes, there is Hormone Replacement, but this very drug can cause breast cancer and blood clots, so there is a lot of responsibility and hard going for the woman of today. Symptoms of going through hormonal changes are: mood swings (can be the wicked witch of the West one day and sweet as pie in a few hours), perspiring a great deal (they are called hot flashes) and very drastic changes in their appearance (bloating, gaining weight, becoming lethargic or becoming hyper) and during this time some women have a tough time being reminded every day by these symptoms that they are getting older. Some men have brought it on themselves, because some men will grow tired of his wife and look for a younger mistress or leave for a younger girlfriend. The kicker is, men do go into male menopause too! It use to be called mid-life crisis, but doctors have now found that indeed men go through hormone changes usually starting in their 40's.

So, you must sit down, and go over the facts ... is your wife going through peri-menopause or menopause and cranky or just being plain abusive? This is something you can talk about with her to. Even if she is going through menopause it gives her no right to be at you constantly. You must sit down and try to figure out some common ground. Take an interest in her feelings and you may find out a lot more. The major complaint of most women is that men simply seem to float through life and tend not to get involved with their mates feelings. Working it out together is much better and that goes for both parties.

The rarity of male victims is not backed by facts. Check the data charts of any study on domestic violence against women and you will note that 39% of the victims are men, though this is rarely mentioned in the summaries. see Annette's Story

Why do women need a father figure to take care of them.?

That is a highly charged political question. One opinion is that a woman needs a father figure when she is growing up so that she gets a realistic understanding of what a man is without the confusion of a sexual relationship. A grown woman needs a father figure to provide strength and stability for her and to be her partner and someone for whom she can provide strength and stability.

That's just my opinion; I could be wrong. I believe that the father/father figure provides some basic needs of their daughters. 1) Security. A good father provides the security so that his daughter knows she is safe and that he will protect her when she needs protecting. 2) A good father will provide Love and proper affection. This will help his daughter know she is loved for who she is. This should help her know how valiable she is and she can save herself for marriage and know that that is ok to do. 3) A good father should love her no matter what. Even when she does make mistakes. He will put her arms around her and let her know they will work through things together. Thair are still consequences to making bad decisions but they are easier when you have someone who loves you their by your side. 4) A good father should shoe his daughter how a Lady shouldbe treated by demonstrating it to his Wife. talk is cheap and actions speak louder than words. My daughter is 21 and married and I talk to her every day. I Love her very much and we have a great friendship and relationship. 1SG Richard A Smith

Why do you still love the man who trys so hard to hurt you?

Because during the good times, it is easy to love them. They make it that way. But the bad times are so bad, that you almost leave. They somehow seem to know when they have pushed you to the leaving/hating point and right before you get there, they suck you back in and you are right back in love, where you started. I recently learned that it is the classic abuse pattern. I did it, too. Just remember this feeling, the one that made you write this, and ask if you really want to feel like this all the time, or if you want to be free of it. Only you can answer that question. But there are resources to help you if you need them, all you have to do is make a call and ask. Not to mention, there are plenty of us out there who are willing to lend an ear and a hand to the ones who aren't free yet.

What did butch defeo look like?

Assuming you are talking about the Amityville Ronald "Butch" Defeo. All you have to do is google him. Pics of him throughout his life and present day. Ironically, he and George Lutz really did have a striking resemblence. Past tense used as George Lutz died from heart disease on May 8, 2006. Kathy Lutz died from emphysema in August 2004. They divorced in the late 80s.

What are the reasons for wanting to help a narcissist?

Absolutely none! Narcissists think they are more intelligent than anyone else and they delight in baiting their victims (generally their mate.) They are often arrogant, will put down their mate and make them feel stupid and not at par with them in the intelligence bracket. They enjoy their own life in a 'plastic bubble' and on their terms only.

If a narcissist knew they were one they would certainly seek counseling, but, few ever do and especially men and if they should go to see a psychiatrist once or twice, they only feel they are far more intelligent than the professional and will actually play head games and get into debates with them.

Therefore, since this narcissist has not seen the light and doesn't feel the need for counseling you are better off to move on. If you were to breath one word of helping them they would make your live a living hell.

How can you get rid of a cigarette burn caused by your abusive spouse?

* The cigarette burn will heal on it's own, but what won't heal if you do not leave this abusive relationship is your mind and body. Hitting; shoving; pushing; punching or using something such as a cigarette to inflict pain on their mate is abuse! There are programs for abused women and men out there and it's highly suggested you seek them out. You can call your Mental Health and they will guide you to the programs you need.

Is domestic violence by wife treatable?

  • Domestic violence is when someone is constantly calling you names; putting you down at every opportunity they get and physical violence is when a wife throws something at her husband; bites, kicks, scratches. If arguments ensue and most couples have them then it is better to cool off (walk away from the situation and go for a walk) then sit down and come to an amicable decision of what is wrong. Between 38 to 50 years old women can go through perimenopause to menopause (hormonal changes) and some women have it worse than others. There are natural to conventional medical ways to treat this. Also depression can occur during this time or any time in a woman's life and there are medications for that as well. See if you can't get your wife to see your family doctor for a complete physical and let her know you are there 100% for her. Don't be shocked if she lashes out that she is fine and you are in the wrong because some women truly believe this. Tell her it's either this or you are leaving. If your wife is truly violent and physically hurting you then it is highly unlikely she will go for counseling. Most men, as you know were brought up to never strike a woman so the man is in a difficult situation and often will remain silent about true verbal and physical abuse because they are ashamed of the fact that their wife rules with an iron fist and he is allowing it. No one male or female should ever live with a person that is verbally or physically abusive.

Can bipolor people be violent?

Some bipolar people can be violent. They go threw like constant mood swings like one minute there happy and sweet and the next they can be sad or mean. But depending of person when they do get mean they can take it out on you. I have a family member that is bipolar so i have some experience with this. Hope this helps :)

How long can you wait to file a false imprisonment case?

Are you asking about proceeding in 'civil' court for damages against someone or something, or in 'criminal' court as a criminal charge against someone or something? The statute of limitations in your state of residence (?) may come into play.

in civil court in Georgia and it happen in 1998 and im just finding out about it

Did Butch Defeo act alone?

  • Yes, Butch Defeo did act alone although he said voices told him to murder his parents and siblings. There is no proof that the house is Amityville was ever haunted or had any demonic action in the house and Defeo could well be Schizophrenic.

Why would a man beat up his own child?

If the child is not a teen then no father should ever beat up their child. If the child is a teen and is not following the rules of the house or argumentative towards the father some fathers can only take so much; especially with their sons they can get into a brawl. It doesn't make it right, but sometimes teens can push the wrong button on a parent over and over again until something snaps. If it is straight out abuse then that child should tell another relative; school counselor or the police.

This question should be why would any parent beat up their own child? Mothers do it 7X more often, according to the DOJ study, "Murder In Families", even when taking custody arrangements into consideration. A common factor in mothers beating and killing their children is that they were also abusive to the children's father. The same is not true of fathers who abuse the mothers. Male children are the primary targets, as they are little versions of the father whom she considered a wimp for not sticking around. Unfortunately, there's no place for the men to go with their children and single fathers have no legal rights to their children, so they can be arrested for thaking them away from the abusive mother. By the time he gets bailed out, there's a restraining order on him.

Battery pf child is bad, but it's not gender specific. The mothers account for 55% of all cases, stepfathers/boyfriends for 10%, stepmothers/girlfriends for 9%, and fathers for 8%.

Improve self confidence?

Improving self-confidence can be either very difficult or very easy, usually depending on how far you have fallen; and the nature of the person. Some people (me included) improve self-confidence through purchasing new clothes that make them feel attractive, while others engage in activities that make them seem daring or brave. It depends greatly on the individual.

Working conditions in England in 1873 to 1901?

the factory conditions were really bad. they were uninsulated and had very bad air but also had bad hours and low pay

When a Man is falsely accused of Abusing his wife Why is he not believed even tho there is not a solitary speck of proof to support her false accusation?

The presumption is that a woman wouldn't make up such a horrific claim. Also, people do know that they sometimes do, it's just that only the lowest type of woman does so if you're still with her, what does that tell them?

That she's not too low down for you to stay with, therefore what she said was true.

Who is Sergeant Ruben Rivers?

  • Staff Sergeant Ruben Rivers who was half Cherokee and African-American (born 1921 - died November 19, 1944) from Tecumseh, Oklahoma was in the black tank battalion 761st during WWII. Ruben Rivers and two of his brothers Dewey and Robert were nicknamed 'Black Panthers' and assigned to George S. Patton's U.S. Third Army. Unfortunately, Ruben Rivers was not only a hero, but was one of the first to die in the 761st Division. 761st Able Company along with 104th Infantry Regiment attacked a German position near Vic-sure-Seille in France. The Germans managed to stop the progress of the tanks by a felled tree and opened fire on the infantrymen on the roadside ditches causing heavy casualties and Rivers took action which lead to him receiving the Silver Star. Rivers did not receive the medal because in just over a week he would take lead action with his platoon; his tank hit a mine causing Rivers an injury of Shrapnel which cut his leg from knee to thigh. His commanding officer told Rivers that his wound would send him back home to Tecumseh and added that Rivers not only had the Silver Star, but a Purple Heart. Rivers refused and in pain took command of another tank and took cover with the Able Company. Rivers condition had seriously deteriorated by dangerous infection threatening his life, but he led the way while advancing towards German positions near Bougalroff. Unwilling to give up Rivers tank was fully exposed and the Germans opened fire landing two direct hits with high explosive shells. Rivers was killed instantly. Rivers received the highest award; The Medal of Honor.

What is a femdom?

The term femdom can be used to mean a dominant female, or a dominatrix.