Scotland To Create Confidential Helpline For Men Being Abused
A new service is being set up to support men who are being abused by their partners.
The ‘Men’s Advice Line’ helpline will go live in Scotland next month, with trained advisors offering confidential advice, practical advice and emotional support to Scottish men.
People worried about friends or family and frontline workers can also call the helpline for advice.
Over 7,000 men reported being abused by a partner last year.
In 14 per cent of cases of domestic abuse reported to the police, a male victim reports suffering abuse from a female partner.
A separate arm of the helpline called ‘Respect’ will offer anyone who is worried that their own behaviour towards a partner is abusive, a chance to get support to stop and change.
The helplines will also act as a key source of information on the scope and severity of abuse experienced by men and what support men need.
Housing and Communities Minister Alex Neil said:
“Scotland has a reputation for leading the way on tackling difficult or taboo issues such as smoking, alcohol and obesity.
“And, as with smoking, there is an absolute obligation to help men affected by domestic abuse because of the utterly dire consequences it can have on their lives.
“Domestic abuse is unacceptable, whether it is carried out by a man or a woman.
“This helpline allows us to send a strong message to male victims that they are not alone, it is the right thing to do to talk about it and that help and support is available.”
Mark Ward, National Co-ordinator for the Men’s Health Forum Scotland said:
“Men’s Health Forum Scotland are delighted that the Scottish Government are supporting the development of services in Scotland for men in relation to domestic violence and abuse.
“Respect and the Men’s Advice Line are valuable resources for both men who are abusive and want to change their behaviour, and for those men who are themselves victims of abuse.
“We look forward to working with Respect and Men’s Advice Line to promote the availability of these services and look forward to continuing development of this vital work.”
Both the Men’s Advice Line and Respect helplines will launch in Scotland in April this year.
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