APC: Psychotherapy with Men-Video Recording

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In the webinar, Dr. Sam Wan explores the impact of masculinity and gender roles on men's mental health. He discusses the biological and social factors that influence masculinity and the negative effects of traditional masculinity ideology. Dr. Wan also highlights the existence of online subcultures and extremist groups that affect men's mental health, such as the Manosphere and Men's Rights Movement. He emphasizes the importance of understanding intersectionality and the multiple identities men may have. The session discusses the costs of socialization for intersectional identities, including violence, substance misuse, absent fathering, and poor health outcomes. The role of social psychology in shaping norms and conformity among men is also examined. Interventions and resources for working with men, such as therapy groups and alexithymia reduction treatment, are discussed. The session emphasizes the need for gender-sensitive approaches that address power dynamics and are informed by experiences of intersectionality. Overall, the webinar provides insights into the challenges and complexities of working with men with substance use disorders and stresses the importance of gender-aware care. There are no credits mentioned in the summary provided.

Keywords

masculinity

traditional ideology

gender role strain

shame

socialization

extremism

manosphere

intersectionality

African American men

inclusive understanding

mental health

societal perceptions

webinar

Dr. Sam Wan

gender roles

men's mental health

traditional masculinity ideology

online subcultures

socialization costs

interventions

gender-sensitive approaches

substance use disorders