Men's Health Equity: A Handbook

Men have more opportunities, privileges, and power, but they also have shorter life expectancies than women. This book explores the underlying causes of these differences, describes the specific challenges faced by particular groups of men, and offers policy and programmatic strategies to improve the health and well-being of men and pursue mens health equity. It is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, students, and professionals interested in mens health equity, mens health, psychology of mens health, gender studies, public health, and global health.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 594 pages
Publication date: 13 May 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Men around the world have more opportunities, privileges, and power than women, yet they also have shorter life expectancies. This disparity in health outcomes is a complex issue that requires further exploration. In this handbook, we will delve into the reasons behind these differences, examine the unique challenges faced by different populations of men, and explore key frameworks for studying and addressing issues that cut across these populations.

The field of mens health equity emerged as a response to the gaps in and between research on mens health and health inequities. This handbook provides a comprehensive review of the foundations of the field, summarizes the issues specific to different populations, discusses key frameworks for studying and exploring issues in the United States, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, Central America, and South America, and offers strategies for improving the health of key population groups and achieving mens health equity overall.

The underlying causes of these differences are multifaceted and require a systematic approach. We will explore the social, economic, cultural, and biological factors that contribute to mens health disparities, including factors such as discrimination, social exclusion, poverty, violence, and health behaviors. We will also examine the specific challenges faced by different groups of men, such as men of color, men with disabilities, men who identify as LGBTQ+, men living in rural areas, and men from low-income backgrounds.

To improve the health and well-being of men and pursue mens health equity, we need to develop policy and programmatic strategies that address these underlying causes. This includes promoting gender equality, reducing discrimination and social exclusion, addressing poverty and economic inequality, promoting healthy behaviors, and providing access to quality healthcare services.

Mens Health Equity is the first volume to describe mens health equity as a field of study that emerged from gaps in and between research on mens health and health inequities. It provides a comprehensive review of the foundations of the field, summarizes the issues unique to different populations, discusses key frameworks for studying and exploring issues that cut across populations, and offers strategies for improving the health and well-being of men and pursuing mens health equity.

This book is an invaluable resource for scholars, researchers, students, and professionals interested in mens health equity, mens health, psychology of mens health, gender studies, public health, and global health. It will serve as a valuable reference for those working to address mens health disparities and promote gender equality.

In conclusion, mens health equity is a critical area of research that requires our attention and action. By understanding the underlying causes of these differences and developing effective strategies to address them, we can work towards creating a more equitable and healthier world for all men.

Weight: 1136g
Dimension: 181 x 252 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138052970