Abuse OF Men BY Women: It Happens, It Hurts, Let's Deal With It (Revised Second Edition)

Men can be on the receiving end of an abusive relationship.

This book challenges the misconception that domestic violence and other forms of partner abuse only happen to women. It brings attention to the reality that men can experience abuse within intimate relationships — whether from an emotionally abusive girlfriend, a physically abusive wife, or a female partner who is demanding, controlling, or manipulative. Through personal stories and insightful analysis, it explores female-to-male partner abuse and its impact on men and families.

Counselor Ann Silvers, M.A., questions the cultural trend to ignore, condone, or even applaud women treating men in ways that would be rightfully condemned if the genders were reversed. Her unique perspective as a woman who herself was the target of partner abuse by a man, and who also recognizes that there are abusive women and abused men, has resulted in a balanced examination of partner abuse that resists common gender-based blind spots.

This revised second edition maintains the original’s readability while incorporating substantial new research, statistics that illuminate the breadth and depth of the problem, updated examples, and expanded coverage. It has received international endorsements from scholars, clinicians, family law professionals, advocates, and individuals with lived experience, who have described it as an essential resource that brings compassion and clarity to a widely misunderstood issue affecting men and families around the globe.

In Abuse OF Men BY Women: It Happens, It Hurts, Let’s Deal With It you'll discover:

Detailed yet concise descriptions of all 7 forms of partner abuse: physical, verbal, sexual, financial, legal, spiritual, and emotional/psychological How men get pulled into these dysfunctional relationships and the warning signs that he is being mistreated Why women abuse their partners and why abused men stay Real-life stories from abused men and their families Practical advice for evaluating options and step-by-step guide for ways forward Ann Silvers brings together research-backed insight, accessible language, and practical guidance for men navigating difficult relationships, professionals who serve them, and anyone seeking a clearer understanding of partner abuse.