Male health
Subtitle: perspectives across the lifespan
By: James E. Leone
Edition: 1st ed.
Series: Public health/aahe -- 21
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: 2012
Place of publication: San Francisco
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780470486382
Subjects: Boys; Health and hygiene; Men; MEDICAL / Public Health; Older men
Description: "This important resource offers a practical approach to understanding the health of males of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic status, cultures, ages, and orientations. It provides solid guidance for males to optimize their well-being and prevent illness and impairment. Each chapter of this book comprehensively reviews an important dimension of a male health and examines the contributing epidemiological, historical, psychosocial, cultural/ethical, legal, political, and economic influences. It is ideal for programs in health education, public health, community health nursing, and other health sciences. The diverse range of topics will allow for complete coverage ranging from body and sexuality to aggression and occupational health"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.