ABSTRACT

This comprehensive book addresses men’s health and wellness in the context of the male psyche, provides up to date research on men’s health, discusses theoretical frameworks, shares perspectives from men and lists consumer resources and tools.

Men’s Health explores social, cultural, physical and psychological approaches to men’s health with sections focusing on the psycho-social issues, the body, relationships, healthy living and aging, while taking into account cultural differences. Each chapter:

  • provides a review of the current science and emerging research of the topic;
  • outlines theoretical frameworks, best practices and recommendations for advancing men’s health through service delivery, research, education, policy and advocacy;
  • features a personal assessment tool on the topic; and
  • includes vignettes from men, their friends and families, and care providers.

Suitable for students taking undergraduate courses on men’s health and wellness, this broad-ranging textbook is the ideal introduction to the topic.

part I|36 pages

Male psyche

chapter 2|10 pages

Masculinity and seeking help

chapter 3|13 pages

Body image

part II|55 pages

The body

chapter 4|14 pages

Male anatomy

chapter 5|13 pages

Sexual health

chapter 7|13 pages

Chronic diseases

part III|49 pages

Relationships

chapter 9|12 pages

Healthy relationships

chapter 10|10 pages

Fatherhood

chapter 11|12 pages

Violence

part IV|43 pages

Staying healthy

chapter 13|16 pages

Nutrition

chapter 14|12 pages

Physical fitness/activity