TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2015//
TI  - The interdependence of African American men's definitions of manhood and health
JO  - Family and community health
A1  - Griffith, Derek M.
A1  - Brinkley-Rubinstein, Lauren
A1  - Bruce, Marino A.
A1  - Thorpe, Roland J.
A1  - Metzl, Jonathan Michel
SP  - 284
EP  - 296
VL  - 38
IS  - 4
N2  - In this article, we explore themes that cut across how 24- to 77-year-old African American men define manhood and health. Utilizing a thematic approach, we analyzed data from 9 focus groups (N = 73). We found that manhood and health were relational constructs that are interrelated in men's minds and experiences. Manhood and health were defined by the characteristics men embody, the behaviors men engage in, and the goals and values men had to positively influence their families and communities. Thus, manhood and health are interdependent constructs and their interrelationship should be considered in efforts to promote African American men's health.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0160-6379
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/FCH.0000000000000079
ID  - ref1
ER  -