But, studies show that this statistic distorts the truth and can be explained by the fact that men are reluctant to report being the victims of domestic abuse for fear of ridicule and humiliation.įurthermore, police and courts tend to disbelieve male victims, and men who call for help during domestic disputes are more likely to be the one arrested when the police arrive. National police reports and emergency room records indicate that women are 75-90% of the victims in reported domestic abuse cases.