Introduction: Masculinity, identity, and the health and well-being of African American men

Jay C. Wade, Aaron B. Rochlen
2013 Psychology of men & masulinity  
The status of African American boys and men is of significant concern. This article reviews the literature on African American males within the field of the psychology of men and masculinity. We focus on theory and research that describe African American men's masculinity, and how traditional masculinity and racial identity relate to the health and well-being of African American men. The article provides a context for introducing this special series of articles on African American men that
more » ... ce our understanding of psychosocial factors associated with the health and well-being of African American men.
doi:10.1037/a0029612 fatcat:7fuddu5krrf55ffmi2z6coincq