Men, gender stereotyping, and psychotherapy: Therapists' perceptions of male clients.

Male sex roles and gender stereotyping prescribe for men a way of being that is characterized by strength, self-containment, emotional control, and self-sufficiency. In this article, interviews with therapists are used to describe how aspects of traditional male socialization can negatively affect men's relationships and general sense of well-being. Suggestions for psychotherapeutic treatment with men are also made. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)