Psychotherapy Commission ACPEThis article reports a study showing that the public underestimates coercive control when the victim is male, with greater recognition of abuse when the victim is female, across both obvious and subtle forms of control. It also notes broader implications for LGBTQ+ victims and highlights the need for inclusive understanding and resources.
The findings are of interest to psychology readers because they reveal how gender and sexual orientation shape perceptions of abuse, underscoring the role of social stereotypes in recognizing and responding to coercive dynamics in relationships.
Article Title: People view coercive control in relationships as less harmful when the victim is a man
Link to PsyPost Article: https://www.psypost dot org/people-view-coercive-control-in-relationships-as-less-harmful-when-the-victim-is-a-man/
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