Organize men to protest and be active against sexism, violence, and harassment against women. Support women's organizations and shelters, and women-supportive businesses in whatever ways you can. Support and stand up for women, even in the face of criticism from others. Support other men who treat women respectfully. Myths Surrounding Sexual and Relationship Violence Alcohol causes violence.
Stress causes battering.
Obviously, some batterers experience stress, but stress does not cause abuse. Many people under severe stress do not batter. A woman who goes to a man's room after a date should understand that her date expects to have sex. Consenting to go to someone's room does not translate into agreeing to have sex. Gay men rape men.