Sexual Abuse
David’s Story
“Sex became something I feared.”
David was in a long-term relationship. His partner insisted on sex even after he said no. When he resisted, she used guilt, anger, and threats to force him. He had no bruises — but he felt violated.
“I thought men always want sex. I didn’t think what she was doing could be called abuse… but it was.”
Evidence & Facts
☑ Sexual abuse within intimate relationships can affect men too — it is recognised under UK law.
☑ Many male survivors are reluctant to report due to shame, stigma, or societal beliefs about masculinity.
Safety Plan — Sexual Abuse
☑ Consent boundaries: Write down what is comfortable and what is not.
☑ Support line for sexual abuse: Survivors UK — www.survivorsuk.org
☑ Therapy or counselling: Seek a professional with sexual abuse expertise.
☑ Safe exit plan: If possible, arrange independent living space.
