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Zac E Seidler1,2,3, Ruben Benakovic2,3, Michael J Wilson2,3
1Movember, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
American Journal of Men'S Health
|April 12, 2024
Summary
Gender-responsive healthcare engages men by tailoring communication, structuring treatment, and building therapeutic alliances. Further research is needed, especially for men facing health inequities.
Area of Science:
- Men's Health
- Healthcare Delivery
- Health Equity
Background:
- Gender-responsive healthcare is crucial for improving men's health outcomes.
- Masculinities and social determinants significantly influence men's healthcare seeking behaviors and engagement.
- Understanding and applying gender-responsive approaches are vital for effective primary healthcare for men.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize gender-responsive approaches used by healthcare providers to engage men in primary healthcare.
- To identify and categorize strategies that enhance men's access and retention in healthcare.
- To inform the development of gender-sensitive healthcare practices and education.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive scoping review of literature published between 2000 and February 2024.
- Systematic search of MEDLINE, PubMed, CINAHL, and PsycINFO databases.
- Thematic analysis of 97 included articles to synthesize 33 distinct approaches.
Main Results:
- Thirty-three gender-responsive approaches were identified across various primary healthcare settings.
- Key themes include tailoring communication, structuring treatment for men's needs, and fostering therapeutic alliances.
- Strength-based and asset-building strategies, responsive to diverse masculinities, were consistently reinforced.
Conclusions:
- Gender-responsive approaches are recommended for integration into healthcare education and practice.
- The current evidence base is underdeveloped, particularly concerning men experiencing health inequities.
- Future research should prioritize intersectional considerations and the operationalization of gender-responsive care for men at the primary point of contact.
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