Psychotherapy with Men with Sam Wan, MD-Video Recording

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Video 1:<br />Dr. Sam Wan focuses on masculinity, discussing traditional ideology, gender role strain, shame, and socialization. He explores extremism within the manosphere, including men's rights activists and incels. Dr. Wan highlights the inflexibility of traditional masculinity and the consequences for non-conforming men. He emphasizes intersectionality and gives an example of African American men. The goal is to promote a more inclusive and flexible understanding of masculinity.<br /><br />Video 2:<br />The speaker examines masculinity's impact on men's mental health, noting the intersectionality of men's identities. They discuss societal perceptions and negative consequences of traditional masculinity, including violence and homophobia. Social psychology and norms' role in shaping behavior and expectations are explored. Challenges of therapy for men are addressed, along with interventions like all-male groups and mindfulness exercises. Cultural competence is emphasized, particularly when working with men of color. Guidelines are provided for working with boys and men, emphasizing rapport building and tailored interventions.<br /><br />No credits were mentioned in either summary.

Keywords

masculinity

traditional ideology

gender role strain

shame

socialization

extremism

manosphere

intersectionality

African American men

inclusive understanding

mental health

societal perceptions

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