Introduction to the Special Issue Examining the  Implications of Masculinity Within Military and Veteran Populations

Providing a brief introduction to this special issue of the Psychology of Men and Masculinity, the guest editors highlight the relevance of traditional male gender norms for men and women who have served in the armed forces. The editors provide specific examples of how masculinity might impact subgr...

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Published in:Psychology of men & masculinity 2017-07, Vol.18 (3), p.191-192
Main Authors: Jakupcak, Matthew, Primack, Jennifer M., Solimeo, Samantha L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Armed forces
Combat Experience
Gender roles
Human
Male
Masculinity
Military service
Military Veterans
Psychology
Servicemen
Sex Role Attitudes
Social Norms
Stress
Veterans
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Summary:Providing a brief introduction to this special issue of the Psychology of Men and Masculinity, the guest editors highlight the relevance of traditional male gender norms for men and women who have served in the armed forces. The editors provide specific examples of how masculinity might impact subgroups of military and veteran populations and highlight the contributions of the articles included in this special issue. The editors also discuss the need for ongoing research of male gender norms to inform treatment and institutional policies designed for military service members and veterans.
ISSN:1524-9220
1939-151X
DOI:10.1037/men0000126