Leading psychologists have stated that the withholding of a get is a form of domestic abuse.

Jewish communities traditionally ban recalcitrant husbands who refuse to comply with a reputable Jewish court from entering the synagogue for public prayer and receiving Torah and other community honors. Members of the Jewish community are encouraged to forgo social and business contacts with such recalcitrant individuals in an effort to persuade them to comply with the Jewish courts. It is important to provide support to agunot and persuade these men to appear and comply with a recognized Jewish court.