The Masculine Self - Softcover

Christopher Kilmartin

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ISBN 10: 1597380245 ISBN 13: 9781597380249

Publisher: Sloan Publishing, 2009

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Arguably the most comprehensive Men's Studies textbook in existence, The Masculine Self applies mainstream psychological theory to gendered perspectives on the lives of men and boys, and then covers an ever-growing body of research on men's issues, emotion, work, aggression, physical health, mental health, and relationships. New to the 4th edition is a completely reworked final chapter on contemporary developments in the areas of same-sex marriage, the growing population of incarcerated men in the United States, the social problems of pornography and prostitution, and the so-called boy crisis in pre- and post-secondary education. The reader will also find a step forward in the interdisciplinary nature of the text, with significant contributions from history, sociology, anthropology, theatre, and other disciplines. The text's manageable length makes it perfect for use as either a main text or supplement. Its accessible style and engaging approach are ideal for providing a solid understanding of the material and stimulating classroom discussion.

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This text offers a comprehensive study of men from a "greater aware"perspective. It provides an in-depth, contemporary survey of research and theory which scientifically explores men within the context of their humanness. Examples throughout the text facilitate students' application of abstract concepts to reality. The text is organized into three parts.

About the Author:

Christopher Kilmartin, Ph.D. is a college professor, author, stand-up comedian, actor, playwright, consultant and professional psychologist. He is a Professor of Psychology at The University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA and a licensed clinical psychologist who has a great deal of experience consulting with businesses, college students, human services workers, and counselors. In 2007, he was the Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Gender Studies at the University of Klagenfurt, Austria, one of only 39 such honors awarded annually world-wide. Dr. Kilmartin participated as a consultant in the U.S. Department of Education's 2001 Meeting on Violence Prevention in Higher Education, and consulted with the United States Naval Academy on a revision of sexual assault and harassment prevention curriculum. He was President of Division 51 of the American Psychological Association, the Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinity, in 2008. Dr. Kilmartin is an internationally-recognized expert on gender and violence prevention.

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