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This
WebSite is now Located at http://www.mensaid.com
Men's Aid is a voluntary group which has been set up in Milton Keynes
to provide free practical advice and support to men who have been abused.
The Government define abuse
as "The violation of an individual's human and civil rights by
any other person or persons".
Abuse can
take many forms, including:
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Physical
abuse,
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Neglect (and acts of omission such as withholding food or medicine)
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Psychological
abuse (bullying, threats, emotional blackmail, etc.)
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Sexual
abuse,
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Financial
or material abuse (theft or misappropriation of money or possessions)
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Discrimination
(racist, sexist, homophobic, disability abuse, etc.)
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Institutional
abuse (inappropriate care given by an organisation).
Abuse
can occur in any personal relationship, or any situation where a service
is being given, including formal or informal caregivers, or by a person
who has power or influence over the life of a dependent adult.The abuse
could be a single act, or repeated acts over a period of time. It may
take place because of a failure to act, or a failure to carry out appropriate
care tasks. It may happen to one person, or several people at the same
time.
Men's
Aid also provides free information and advice to parents who are seeking
to maintain a meaningful and responsible relationship with their children
after family break down or divorce. We aim to assist these parents in
their endeavours to achieve equal and just treatment in the Family Courts
and from their associated services. We recognize the value of fatherhood
and support the concept of equal parenting where parents work together
for and in the best interests of their children.
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