Mental Health
It is true that psychological paradigms were developed primarily by men. But it is worth pondering how relevant those “male” perspectives developed by successful men a hundred years ago are to beleaguered and marginal men today.
Depression, narcissism and other personality disorders can result when a man believes no one cares about how he feels and who he really is. Empathy can be an effective antidote in such cases. But empathy for men seems in some ways to be in short supply these days.
The Center for Men and Boys in Social Policy can help your staff develop deeper empathy for men and boys by closely examining cultural attitudes and stereotypes of males as powerful, selfish and unfeeling. We can also offer strategies for attracting males to your services by helping them overcome the idea that seeking help, especially for an “emotional” issue, is unmanly.
