The Cost of Mistreatment

According to the National Commission for the Prevention and Eradication of Violence against Women, the annual cost of mistreatment of women in Mexico is around $13 billion. This costs stems primarily from lost labor productivity, judicial procedures, and health services. That's a big number, but it's hard to put into context without looking at other nations. It wouldn't be surprising to find that Mexico should be spending more on judicial procedures against domestic abusers. Interesting way to think about it, in any event.