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Drawing on feminist scholarship and the latest research, Ronald F. Levant assembles leading voices in male psychology to argue that male roles are neither biologically fixed nor socially inevitable but are psychological and cultural constructs. The volume examines how traditional expectationsβ€”emotional stoicism, aggression, competition, and statusβ€”yield unhealthy outcomes such as violence, homophobia, and neglect of health. By incorporating class, sexual orientation, and cultural differences, the authors illuminate diverse expressions of masculinity and their impact on men and society. The book serves as a valuable resource for students, clinicians, and researchers interested in gender psychology and the dynamic relationship between men's behavior and imposed gender roles.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Psychology/Social Psychology
Authors: Ronald F. Levant
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