I'm Feeling Green, Like Teenage Lovers Between The Sheets

I've been discussing intimate partner violence lately with friends and my significant other.
When discussing domestic violence, the first thought that usually comes to mind is a young
mother, being beaten continually by a domineering, controlling husband.
This is gender role. This is a stereotype.
Men can be beaten as well- psychologically, emotionally, and yes, physically.
Female partners tend to use weapons against male partners due to a lack of strength.
In my eyes, both are the same. No one deserves abuse. No matter the gender, relationship (hetero or queer), or type of violence.... No one deserves this. While husband beating is less
common, it still occurs, and hotlines, law enforcement do nothing to help these men (Most
are told men are the perpetrators, women are the victims) and while that is more common....
It is still sad. I don't think we should go to the either extreme- there should be help for both male and female victims...