Recent Ten to Men longitudinal research by the Australian Institute of Family Studies reveals:

– 35% of men aged 18–65 report having used Intimiate Partner Violence (IPV) in their lifetime—an increase from 25% near a decade ago.
– The most common form is emotional abuse (32%), with 9% acknowledging physical violence.
– Men with moderate to severe depression are 62% more likely to perpetrate IPV.
– In contrast, strong father-child bonds and lifelong social support are protective—reducing IPV risk by up to 48% and 26%, respectively.

As a frontline service to families impacted by violence, Jannawi Family Centre sees these findings as both urgent and actionable. They reaffirm the necessity for:

• Holistic, trauma-informed care
• Mental health support tailored to men and families
• Investing in early childhood & fatherhood programs
• Policy interventions promoting social connectedness

Ending IPV requires us to shift from merely responding to prevention—and that starts with caring for mental health, connection, and culture.

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The use of intimate partner violence among Australian men | Australian Institute of Family Studies