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Kelsey Hegarty, Professor of Family Violence Prevention, The University of Melbourne

GPs asking men about their behaviour in relationships could help reduce domestic violence

Domestic violence is increasing in Australia. A new report shows one in three men have ever made a partner feel frightened or anxious. One in 11 have used physical violence when angry. And one in 50 have used sexual violence against their partner.

The report, which I co-authored, estimates 120,000 men each year will start to use abuse and violence against their partner for the first time.

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