Domestic abuse is often discussed through one lens, but the reality is far more complex.
For February's MANUP? Talk, we're joined by Dr Elizabeth Bates, Associate Professor of Family Violence and Abuse at the University of Cumbria, to explore what current research tells us about male victims of domestic abuse.
Drawing on years of research, Dr Bates will discuss the prevalence of abuse against men, the different forms it can take, the impact on victims and their children, and the barriers many men face when seeking help.
The session will also examine common misconceptions, why male victims are frequently overlooked, and what the evidence tells us about improving support.
Whether you work in health, education, policing, social care, the voluntary sector, or simply want to better understand men's mental health, this session offers an opportunity to hear from one of the UK's most published researchers in this field.
As with all MANUP? Talks, there will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation.
About Dr Elizabeth Bates
Dr Elizabeth Bates is an Associate Professor of Family Violence and Abuse at the University of Cumbria.
Her research has focused extensively on male victims of domestic abuse and their children. She has published more than 50 peer-reviewed papers and three co-edited books. She is the former Chair of the British Psychological Society's Male Psychology Section and is also a trustee of the ManKind Initiative, a UK charity supporting male victims of domestic abuse.
About MANUP? Talks
MANUP? Talks are free monthly online events that explore the issues affecting men's mental health through research, lived experience and professional expertise.
Unlike our weekly male-only therapy sessions, which provide a safe space for men to discuss their own mental health, MANUP? Talks are educational sessions open to both men and women.
They are designed to increase understanding, challenge misconceptions and encourage more informed conversations about the issues affecting men today.
Whether you're looking to better understand the evidence, support the men in your life, or broaden your knowledge of men's mental health, everyone is welcome.