LETTERS:It was a surprise to read of the sexual harassment complaints of men by other men and women (NST, June 24), where 427 men came forward with their experiences of being sexually harassed within the last 10 months.
The article stated that many more cases go unreported due to the men being embarrassed and ashamed.
Another area to look into is men who are victims of domestic abuse.
Domestic abuse has always been associated with women being ill-treated by their husbands or children by their parents. However, more men are coming forward to report spousal abuse, despite the shame of being branded as weak and incapable.
Though the men are physically stronger than their wives, the women are able to control them emotionally and psychologically.
Women who are financially independent and who have monetary superiority tend to wield more power and control over their husbands.
Generally, men who are jobless and who earn less than their wives are subjected to verbal and emotional abuse. Their self-esteem is damaged and preyed on by abusive women.
Even so, abuse is a critical issue afflicting both genders. It is an unhealthy trend stemming from rising stress and social, emotional and economic factors.
The presence of abuse in any relationship is unacceptable. No one should live in fear, anxiety and trauma.
SAMUEL YESUIAH
Seremban, Negri Sembilan
The views expressed in this article are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect those of the New Straits Times