In this paper, I will be talking about domestic abuse in Canada. This is a problem globally and locally throughout the world, but for this research paper, we will be talking about this issue in Canada. This issue can involve anyone who doesn't know or recognize the signs of an abusive relationship. It doesn't matter what gender, religion, sexuality, etc, to fall victim to being abused. Domestic abuse sadly has increased due to the pandemic because of the fear of spreading covid-19. Many places that were designed to help victims had to close down due to the lockdown and many victims/survivors fearing about getting or spreading covid-19. In 2022, “there were 129,876 victims of police-reported family violence (violence committed by spouses, parents, …show more content…
The reason why is due to society’s misogynistic and sexist views on women, as well as the gender stereotypes that also come from these views. For instance, “women are more emotional and should be more submissive towards their boyfriend or husband”. Also the boy stereotypes that “boys will be boys”, which could downplay the abuse that men inflict on others and it gives them an excuse to not be given any serious consequences towards their actions. Even though most data clearly states that women are more likely to fall victim to the cycle of abuse, it can still happen to men, too. Sadly, men are often silenced from their experience of being abused since most people think that this is a gendered crime (men are always the abuser and never the women). Sadly, lots of places that are supposed to help victims of domestic abuse, aren’t equipped or know how to help male victims. And once again, the gender stereotypes come into play again. For example, to be a “real man” you need to be strong, never show your weaknesses, never ask for help, …show more content…
The effects that domestic abuse can cause are mental health issues, physical issues, financial issues, and health issues. And sadly, if it escalates to something really serious and life-threatening (that could lead to a homicide). For instance, 32% are people who were killed by a family member, of 6,920 people killed in a homicide. It could also help break the public stigma against domestic abuse and help survivors feel more accepted for their experiences. For instance, men are always the perpetrator, and it’s never the woman who becomes one. We can also help understand why this happens to the victim and the abuser. The abuser might think it is okay to exert power and control over their “loved ones”. They might have been taught/learned from the people they were surrounded by. For example, their parents, friends, etc. But this doesn't excuse their actions, and they still deserve serious consequences for what they did in order to learn. But why does the victim stay in these kinds of relationships? Sometimes they don’t even realize that their relationship is abusive or it’s just too dangerous for them to leave safely, but there are also more reasons