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The study of men and masculinity as an important multicultural competency consideration
1University of Iowa, Psychological and Quantitative Foundations, Iowa City, Iowa 52242, USA. william-liu@uiowa.edu
Journal of Clinical Psychology
|February 26, 2005
Summary
This study argues for including men and masculinity in multicultural competency training. Addressing dominant masculinity helps tackle sexism and homophobia, improving services for men.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Multicultural competency frameworks often overlook men and masculinity.
- Dominant masculinity is linked to societal issues like sexism and homophobia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a rationale for integrating the study of men and masculinity into multicultural competency.
- To highlight how this inclusion can address harmful aspects of dominant masculinity.
- To propose specific competencies for clinicians working with men.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis drawing parallels between masculinity, Whiteness, and privilege.
- Review of existing multicultural competency frameworks.
- Application of Sue, Arredondo, and McDavis's (1992) model.
Main Results:
- Inclusion of men and masculinity enhances multicultural competency.
- Addressing dominant masculinity allows for examination of heterosexism, patriarchy, homophobia, and sexism.
- Training clinicians on these aspects can improve services for men.
Conclusions:
- Integrating men and masculinity is crucial for comprehensive multicultural competency.
- This integration facilitates a deeper understanding of gender dynamics and privilege.
- Developing specific competencies is essential for effective clinical practice with men.