Mexico is known by its masculinity. How do you picture a Mexican Man? Strong, hard, bossy? With a lot of work, women have looked for fairness in every field; we even have a presidential candidate. That's why INEGI took by surprise the country when they revealed that 8 out of 10 Mexican men are mistreated by their girlfriends physically, psychologically, sexually and even economically.

Yes, you are reading well, the National Institute of Statistics and Geography, indicated that 78% of young men between 15 and 24 years old are attacked by their partners who usually act like the victims.

Sometimes the problem starts with a simple "what are you looking at?".

The subject may sound funny, but the reality is alarming. 1 out of 4 young men use the helpline for support.

Experts agree that the main problem is the lack of respect from every individual and that we should look in the small details to prevent bigger problems.

brenda.colon@sandiegored.com