Uncovering the lies about domestic violence

The spread of misinformation about domestic violence perpetuates stigmas and distorts reality.

False beliefs, such as the idea that the Maria da Penha Law is unjust because it supposedly only favors women, obscure its original purpose.

This legislation was enacted to protect vulnerable women who experience violence, whilst recognizing that men can also be victims, with legal provisions in the Criminal Code to support them.

Another common misconception is the idea that the Maria da Penha Law was created to allow women to take revenge on men. Its purpose, in fact, is to provide protection mechanisms and ensure that any individual who commits acts of aggression is held criminally responsible, emphasizing the pursuit of justice rather than revenge.

It is completely unfounded to argue that women are victims of domestic violence because they like it or because they provoke it. Victims try to avoid aggression, but may remain in abusive situations out of fear, shame, or emotional dependence, maintaining hope that the situation will change.

The myth that there is a specific profile for victims of domestic violence is wrong. Any woman, regardless of her social origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age or education level, can be the target of this type of violence.

Finally, the idea that victims could simply abandon their abusers if the situation was dire is completely false. Many women face significant emotional barriers to leaving their abusers, becoming trapped in a cycle of violence that is difficult to break.

It is essential to denounce violence and remind victims that they are not responsible for what they have suffered and that they deserve to live in a safe and violence-free environment.

Debunking false narratives about domestic violence is essential to ensuring that victims receive the support they need and are treated with dignity. It is essential to educate society on the complexity of this problem and promote a culture of responsibility and support for victims.

Source: Terra

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