Breaking the Silence: Male Victims of Domestic Violence and The Legal System
Surviving Abuse: Patrick Leary's Four-Year Legal Battle and Advocacy for Male Victims
In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant talks with Patrick Leary, a college professor, coach, and domestic violence survivor. Patrick shares his harrowing experience of enduring false charges, navigating the legal system, and rebuilding his life after years of abuse from his former partner.
Throughout the conversation, Patrick discusses the systemic challenges men face when falsely accused, the emotional and financial toll it took on his life, and his journey toward healing and helping others in similar situations.
Patrick emphasizes the importance of speaking out, seeking help, and the need for changes in the legal system to support male victims better.
00:00 Introduction to Real Men Feel
00:19 Meet Patrick Leary: A Survivor's Story
00:44 The Legal Battle Begins
01:42 Enduring Abuse and Seeking Help
05:39 The Turning Point: Protecting the Children
07:21 False Accusations and Arrests
08:15 Navigating the Legal System
12:26 The Struggle for Justice
20:53 Life Impact and Continued Legal Challenges
28:27 Life Under House Arrest
30:28 Support System and Coping Mechanisms
32:26 False Charges and Legal Battles
35:19 Final Charge and Ongoing Harassment
38:47 Reflections and Moving Forward
46:17 Advice for Male Victims of Abuse
55:58 Conclusion and Resources
Connect with Patrick Leary
LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-leary-ed-d-2857323/
Resources
Ann Silvers, The Abuse of Men by Women on Real Men Feel -- https://realmenfeel.org/2021/02/16/the-abuse-of-men-by-women/
The Abuse of Men by Women, Ann Silvers -- https://amzn.to/41sHYeI
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