Male survivors experience a variety of barriers that can include shame and embarrassment, as some men may view disclosing abuse as a challenge to traditional expectations around masculinity and gender roles. Distrust in police and other formal support systems is another key reason many male survivors do not report abuse.
A study by Hyunkag Cho examined how abuse type, stigma and perceptions of masculinity shape whether male survivors seek formal support after intimate partner violence. Researchers call for more supportive and inclusive intervention services to improve access to services and policy changes.