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The Interdependence of African American Men's Definitions of Manhood and Health

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: In this article, we explore themes that cut across how 24- to 77-year-old African American men define manhood and health. Utilizing a thematic approach, we analyzed data from 9 focus groups (N = 73). We found that manhood and health were relational constructs that are interrelated in men's minds and experiences. Manhood and health were defined by the characteristics men embody, the behaviors men engage in, and the goals and values men had to positively influence their families and communities. Thus, manhood and health are interdependent constructs and their interrelationship should be considered in efforts to promote African American men's health.

Source: Family & Community Health

DOI: 10.1097/fch.0000000000000079

Authors: Derek M. Griffith, Lauren Brinkley-Rubinstein, Marino A. Bruce, Roland J. Thorpe, Jonathan M. Metzl

Institutions: Johns Hopkins University, Vanderbilt University, Jackson State University

Language: English

Topic: Gender Roles and Identity Studies

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funders: National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences