The illusion of toxic masculinity

Jerome Teelucksingh (j_teelucksingh@yahoo.com)
Jerome Teelucksingh is a Lecturer in the History Department at the University of the West Indies

Abstract

The various theories, models and terms associated with anti-social actions of boys and men need to be questioned. Some are unscientific, and others promote a false and negative image of masculinity. This negativity creates a confused generation of boys and men who are reluctant to express themselves and realize their full potential. The result is that many males are vulnerable to mental-health disorders.

Keywords: boys, health, male, men, toxic masculinity

Author Biography

Jerome Teelucksingh is a Lecturer in the History Department at the University of the West Indies. He revived International Men’s Day (19 November) and also initiated the inaugural observance of World Day of the Boy Child (16 May). Dr. Teelucksingh has been promoting International Men’s Day since 1999, and it is now celebrated in approximately 70 countries

 

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