Domestic Violence: When Women Are the Aggressors

Domestic Violence: A Gender-Neutral Issue In a recent social media video, Fashionably Divorced, a US-based creator, sparked a conversation about domestic violence (DV). The video, uploaded on May 28th, 2025, discusses DV against men, using a video of the French President and his wife as an example. The creator states, "I'd like you to bring it up here and discuss with women. I never knew women do hit their man." This highlights the often overlooked reality of male victims. The video also includes a personal story, adding a human element to the discussion. The creator recounts an experience with a couple where the wife was physically aggressive towards her husband. She notes, "It was hard enough where you heard a thump." This emphasizes the severity of DV regardless of the gender of the victim. While acknowledging that most DV cases involve women as victims, the creator emphasizes that DV against men is equally wrong and often dismissed. This underscores the need for a more inclusive approach to addressing DV. The video's message promotes awareness and understanding of a complex issue that affects people of all genders.