Concepts in Male Health: Perspectives Across The Lifespan [Paperback]

Concepts in Male Health

Concepts in Male Health: Perspectives Across the Lifespan offers a practical approach to understanding the health of males of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic status, cultures, ages, and orientations. Each chapter of this book comprehensively reviews an important dimension of male health and examines the contributing historical, epidemiological,??psychosocial, cultural-ethical, legal, political, and economic influences. The diverse range of topics allows for complete coverage ranging from body structures??and sexuality to aggression and occupational health. ??The book contains the most recent research and evidence-based science and addresses issues in male health throughout the lifespan in an easy-to-understand format. ??Learning objectives are presented in an accessible format and reflect real life situations. Review questions provided at the end of each chapter address health-specific content included in the chapter and span both the scope and the breadth of the information. This book is ideal for programs in health education, public health, community health nursing, gender studies, and other health sciences.

Preface ix

The Author xv

Chapter 1 Historical Perspectives of Male Health 1

What Is Male Health? 3

Male Health in History 7

Cultural Perspectives 9

Epidemiological and Statistical Evidence 14

Chapter 2 Birth and Infancy 29

Male Infant Mortality and Health Risks 30

Sociocultural Implications of Being Born Male 33

Circumcision 39

Chapter 3 Early Childhood 63

The Journey Begins 64

Boys Will Be Boys? The Role of Parents 65

Nutrition and Diet 68

Sexual HelSX