Masculinity and Male Identity.

Intro -- Contents -- Chapter 1 - Masculine stereotypes and gender inequality -- Ten points about men today -- Why we need to stop talking about a 'masculinity crisis' -- Defining gender stereotypes -- Child's play - 6 ways to challenge gender stereotypes -- How challenging masculine stereotypes is good for men -- Face the facts: gender equality -- Men make a difference: engaging men on gender equality -- Why we still struggle with work-home conflict in women and men -- Why don't dads spend more time with kids? -- Chapter 2 - Toxic masculinity and violence towards women -- Study reveals dangers of 'toxic masculinity' to men and those around them -- Toxic masculinity: helping men understand the impact of their behaviour -- Misogyny as violent extremism -- Men's rights activist groups -- Everyone's business: sexual harassment survey -- Sexual harassment survey findings revealed -- Understanding violence against women -- Community attitudes towards violence against women: overall findings -- Myths about violence -- What does it mean to 'be a man' and what does that have to do with violence against women? -- The stereotype trap - girls think guys are ... -- Recognising disrespect -- Men and managing anger -- Chapter 3 - Men's health and wellbeing -- Masculine norms and men's health: making the connections -- Certified male: promoting healthier masculinities -- Ten surprising facts about men's mental health -- 'Traditional masculinity' and mental health: experts call for gendered approach to treatment -- Young men and mental health: risk factors -- Men and emotions -- Men, mates and mental health -- Exploring issues - worksheets and activities -- Fast facts -- Glossary -- Web links -- Index.

Explores the masculine stereotypes which sustain gender inequality, focussing on traditional male gender roles, toxic masculinity, misogyny and attitudes which promote violence and disrespect towards women. Also addresses the impacts of traditional masculine norms on men's health and wellbeing, encouraging positive, healthier masculinities.

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