Myths

The statements below are some common myths. These statements are false and therefore not correct.

It is a myth that...

• It's his/her fault for..... nagging, refusing sex, not preparing dinner on time, not looking after children properly, questioning decisions etc. False - the truth is...
  
  
• If his/her partner was really violent s/he would have left already S/he can’t be abusive, as they wouldn’t go back. False - the truth is...
  
  
• Domestic Abuse does not affect many people. False - The truth is...
  
  
• Domestic Abuse is mainly experienced by working class, poorly educated people. False - the truth is...
  
  
• Domestic abuse only happens in heterosexual partnerships. False - the truth is...
  
  
• Domestic abuse is only experienced by women. False - the truth is...
  
  
• Children don’t hear or know what is happening. False - the truth is...
  
  
• Domestic abuse only occurs in adult relationships. False - the truth is...
  
  
• There are lots of refuges available for women experiencing domestic abuse. False - the truth is...

Related links:

• Recognising Domestic Abuse  
• Definitions of domestic abuse
• What can I do if I think someone may be experiencing domestic abuse?
• Who are the perpetrators?
• Am I abusive?