Male Advice Line in Ireland

According to the most recent research conducted by the National Crime Council in Ireland in 2005 - which explored domestic abuse in Ireland - over 88,000 men in Ireland have been domestically abused by their partner at some point in their lives.  This research also highlighted that only 5% of male victims of domestic abuse report the abuse to the Gardai.  However, Irish men do not need to suffer alone.  The Men’s Development Network (MDN) offers national support and guidance to male victims of domestic abuse (along with concerned family and friends) through their Male Advice Line.  This Freephone service is open 36 hours per week, from Monday to Friday, by calling: 1800 816 588.  MDN also offers free counselling to those who have been affected by domestic abuse and those who are suffering from depression, anxiety and trauma.  The counselling service can be accessed by calling: 051 844 260.