Psychological and Psychiatric Problems in Men

This book, originally published in 1991, provides an account of a grossly neglected subject: the social, sexual, psychological and psychiatric problems facing men. Dealing with issues such as aggression, violence, criminality, sexuality, and alcohol and drug dependence.

List of contents

1. La Difference 2. Biological Aspects 3. Social and Learning Factors 4. Genetic Factors 5. Aggression and Violence 6. Childhood Disorders 7. Neuroses 8. Eating Disorders 9. Psychoses 10. Personality Problems 11. Alcohol and Drug Abuse 12. Sexual Problems 13. Work, Family and Psychosomatics 14. Endpiece. References. Index.

Summary

What causes a man to become depressed or even psychotic?
This book, originally published in 1991, provides an account of a grossly neglected subject: the social, sexual, psychological and psychiatric problems facing men. Dealing with issues such as aggression, violence, criminality, sexuality, and alcohol and drug dependence, it will be essential reading for health professionals, social workers and welfare officers, as well as those interested in gender studies.

Product details

• Authors: Joan Gomez
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 18.09.2018
• EAN: 9781138315723
• ISBN: 978-1-138-31572-3
• No. of pages: 142
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: Psychiatry
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Clinical medicine; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories