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Violence against men comprises violent acts that are disproportionately (or exclusively) committed against men or boys. Men are overrepresented as both victims and perpetrators of violence. [1] [2] Violence against women is the opposite category, where acts of violence are targeted against the female gender.
Determining the rate of intimate partner violence (IPV) against males can be difficult, as men may be reluctant to report their abuse or seek help. [7] [18] [19]Statistics indicate that under-reporting is an inherent problem with intimate partner violence irrespective of gender. [20]
Articles relating to violence against men, violent acts that are disproportionately or exclusively committed against men or boys. Men are overrepresented as both victims and perpetrators of violence. Men are overrepresented as both victims and perpetrators of violence.
Military and criminal violence, suicides and industrial accidents are factors that contribute to the reduction of men's life expectancy. The frequency of fatal cases of violence against men and the greater tolerance for violence against men largely explain why men, as a rule, live much less than women.
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Some victims of rape or other sexual violence incidents are male.Historically, rape was thought to be, and defined as, a crime committed solely against females. This belief is still held in some parts of the world, but rape of males is now commonly criminalized and has been subject to more discussion than in the past.
Articles on the topic of gender-based violence against men or boys. For additional information, please refer to the category inclusion criteria on the main category page: Category:Violence against men.