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The current rise in misogynistic beliefs may be leading to a rise in domestic violence.

The rhetoric on online communities normalizes violence toward women and girls.

Global data show that both men and women fare better when they believe in and practice gender equality.

In a recent blog post, I wrote that a PBS report identified a remarkable surge in misogyny. The report showed a 4600% increase in terms like “Your body, my choice” and “Get back in the kitchen.” Such rhetoric can place women at greater risk for harm, and we now have some specific evidence that this is occurring in the realm of domestic violence.

Domestic Violence on the Rise

After years of decline, domestic violence has been increasing since 2020, according to a recent report by the US Department of Justice (February 2026).

Over the five-year period studied, the percentage of violent crimes within domestic relationships........

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