Modern Masculinities

This edited textbook critically examines experiences of men in today’s society. The vision of this text is to simultaneously recognize the historical and ongoing privileges connected with male identity and men, while recognizing the unique needs and challenges males and men encounter in modern times. Through an intersectional lens, this text explores the evolving role of masculinity and relevant racial, ethnic, cultural, generational, and spiritual considerations related to males and men. The text also explores the relationship between men/males, mental health and: human growth and development, psychopathology and diagnosis, disability, career and work, and relationships and connection. This text aims to enhance the focus on the mental health needs and considerations of males and men, adding to the knowledge of counselors in training and counseling professionals. This text also includes clinical vignettes to aid in understanding the needs of clients identifying as males/men, as well as specific recommendations for working with males and men in a variety of modalities and with diverse mental health needs.