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Men's health : an introduction / edited by Diana Karczmarczyk and Susan A. Milstein.

Karczmarczyk, Diana, (editor.). Milstein, Susan A., (editor.).

Summary:

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

Record details

ISBN: 9781138496064
ISBN: 1138496065
Physical Description: xiv, 190 pages : illustrations (black and white), maps (black and white) ; 25 cm
Publisher: Abingdon, Oxon ; Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2021.
Copyright: ©2021

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Part I. Male psyche. Introduction to men's health / Susan A. Milstein and Diana Karczmarczyk ; Masculinity and seeking help / Norman Eburne ; Body image / James E. Leone -- Part II. The body. Male anatomy / Michael J. Rovito and Razan Maxson ; Sexual health / Susan A. Milstein ; Sexual orientation / Diana Karczmarczyk and Courtney M. Gonzalez ; Chronic diseases / Emil T. Chuck and Ledric D. Sherman -- Part III. Relationships. Mental health / Salvatore J. Giorgianni, Jr., Armin Brott, Susan A. Milstein and Diana Karczmarczyk ; Healthy relationships / Barry Sharp ; Fatherhood / Stephen Howes ; Violence / Sara K. Fehr and Diana Karczmarczyk -- Part IV. Staying healthy. Alcohol, tobacco, and drugs / Adam E. Barry, Alex M. Russell and Zachary A. Jackson ; Nutrition / Katie Potestio ; Physical fitness/activity / Kayla K. McDonald.