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The Problems of Men and Counseling: Gender Bias or Gender Truth?

Authors :
Wilcox, Dan W.
Forrest, Linda
Source :
Journal of Mental Health Counseling. Jul 1992 14(3):291-304.
Publication Year :
1992

Abstract

Sees problems with relying on masculine stereotypes to explain difficulties men have with counseling. Suggests questioning the understanding of gender to reveal biases toward either exaggerating or minimizing gender differences. Suggests examining, with clients in therapy relationship, utility and consequences of either bias. (Author/NB)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1040-2861
Volume :
14
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Journal of Mental Health Counseling
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ449691
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Opinion Papers