Article review: How does masculinity relate to men’s mental health seeking behaviour?
Abstract
Traditionally masculine norms act as a barrier to men's help-seeking behavior. Nevertheless, there are ways to promote their psychological well-being: a supportive environment where asking for help is accepted. Equally beneficial is framing the request as more masculine behavior. Challenging conventionally male norms can help men accept their vulnerability and encourage them to ask for help.
References
Gough B, Novikova I. Mental health, men and culture: how do sociocultural constructions of masculinities relate to men’s mental health help-seeking behaviour in the WHO European Region? WHO Regional Office for Europe, 2020, Copenhagen (Health Evidence Network synthesis report 70). Elérés: https://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/332974/9789289055130-eng.pdf
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