Reading List - Men and Mental Health
Contents
New Zealand research
New Zealand audio
International research
International audio
International books
Note: If you know of any recent research, policy or literature about Men and Mental Health that we have not included below please email through the details to resource@mentalhealth.org.nz
New Zealand research
How tikanga guides and protects the research process: insights from the hauora tane project
Jones, R., Crengle, S., & McCreanor, T. (2006, November). Social Policy Journal of New Zealand, 29, 60-76.
Full text: This paper examines Māori research practices in the context of a current project exploring the health of Māori men. Drawing on experiences of the researchers in undertaking the study to date, we outline some of the major issues that have arisen and examine the application of tikanga Maori in a research context.
Forgotten people: men on their own.
Smith, L., Robinson, B., & AtkinRead, L. (2006). Manukau City: Salvation Army social policy and parliamentary unit.
Full text: This report outlines the circumstances and experiences of men who use social services, and who live outside of a relationship or family based household.
Geographic micro-clustering of homosexual men: implications for research and social policy.
Hughes, A., & Saxton, P. (2006). Social Policy Journal of New Zealand, 28, 36-46.
Abstract: There is increasing demand internationally for better-quality information on people with a non-heterosexual orientation. Information requirements include both basic demographic characteristics as well as evidence of disparities in outcomes or differences in needs compared to the general population.
Psychological health of men with partners who have post-partum depression.
Roberts, S., Bushnell, J., Collings, S., & Purdie, G. (2006, August). Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 40(8), 704-711.
Abstract: Although many men in the postnatal period experience a variety of mental health problems, those who have a partner with PPD are themselves at increased risk for experiencing psychological symptoms and disturbances. More attention from health professionals to men's mental health in the postnatal period may be beneficial to the entire family system.
Gambling and problem gambling among recently sentenced male prisoners in four New Zealand prisons.
Abbott, M. W., McKenna, B. G., & Giles, L. C. (2005, December). Journal of Gambling Studies, 21(4), 537-558.
Abstract: Few men had sought or received help for gambling problems prior to imprisonment or during their present incarceration. This highlights the potential for assessment and treatment programs in prison to reduce recidivism and adverse effects of problem gambling and gambling-related offending.
Men and health: a literature review.
McKinlay, E. (2005). Men and health: a literature review. Wellington: Otago University.
Full text: The aim of this study is to critically examine literature about men and their health status in order to inform considerations about men's health in New Zealand.
Young males: strengths-based and male-focused approaches, a review of the research and best evidence.
Barwick, H. (2004, March). Wellington: Ministry of Youth Development.
Full text: This literature review is intended to be useful to anyone developing programmes for young men. It identifies a number of areas where the experiences, feelings and behaviours of young males differ from those of young females.
Men/Gay Men
Adams, P. (1998). In P. Ellis, & S. Collings (Eds.), Mental Health in New Zealand from a public health perspective. Wellington: Ministry of Health.
Full text: This chapter reviews ways in which men's mental health is potentially influenced by masculine values, culture and life transitions.
Men and Depression
Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand. (2008, December). [Pamphlet]. Auckland: Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand.
Full text
The health status of M?ori male prisoners: key results from the prisoner health survey
Ministry of Health (2008, April). Wellington: Ministry of Health
Full Report: The information in this report comes from the Prisoner Health Survey 2005 and looks at the health status and health needs of Māori male prisoners.
New Zealand audio
Sad Dads
Radio New Zealand National (2008, 1 December) Nine to Noon Segment.
Podcast: The concept of postnatal depression in men is discussed.
International research
Men's health and wellbeing: taking up the challenge in Australia.
Gregory, A. T., Lowy, M. T., & Zwar, N. A. (2006). e-MJA Medical Journal of Australia, 185 (8), 411.
Full text: Health care service delivery takes into account many patient factors, such as age, ethnicity, socio-economic status - and sex. While the place of "women's health" is now well established in health care, many contributors to this special men's health issue of the Journal believe that "men's health" has not received sufficient, specific attention.
Addressing depression and anxiety among new fathers - Viewpoint.
Fletcher, R.J., Matthey, Stephen. and Marley, Christopher, G. (2006). Medical Journal of Australia, 185(8), 461-463.
Abstract: Services in Australia are matching (and sometimes leading) those in other countries with respect to assessing and providing support for psychosocial health in expectant and new mothers. Given the impact of both parents' emotional health on each other and their children, it is timely to now consider ways that similar services can be provided for expectant and new fathers.
What boys need: a sense of "belonging"-Viewpoint.
Phillips, William, J. (2006). Medical Journal of Australia, 185 (8), 470.
Full text: The author's reflection on his own personal experiences informs this viewpoint on what young men need to help them develop a feeling of belonging.
What is it with men's health? - Viewpoint Men, their health and the system: a personal perspective.
Malcher, G.O. (2006). Medical Journal of Australia, 185(8), 459-460.
Full text: The author states his desire to see a formal acknowledgement by the federal government (whether a policy, position statement or other document) of the broad and unique issues of men's health, and a preparedness to fund a national program to address these issues
‘Big build': hidden depression in men
Brownhill, S., Wilhelm, K., Barclay, L., & Schmied, V. (2005, October). Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 39(10), 921-31.
Abstract: Emotional distress, constrained by traditional notions of masculinity, may explain why depression in men can often be hidden, overlooked, not discussed or 'acted out'. There are implications for the types of questions asked of men to detect depressive symptoms.
Anxiety and depression in fathers in teenage pregnancy
Ouinlivan, J. A., & Condon, J. (2005, October). Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 39(10), 915-921.
Abstract: The aim of this study was to compare levels of psychological symptomatology in fathers in the setting of teenage as compared to non-teenage pregnancy.
The first-time fathers study: a prospective study of the mental health and wellbeing of men during the transition of parenthood.
Condon, J. T., Boyce, P., Corkindale, C. J. & (2004, January). Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 38(1-2). 56-64.
Abstract: The prime objective of this research was to document changes in psychological, relationship and lifestyle parameters in a cohort of first time fathers from pregnancy to the end of the first postnatal year.
Commentary: Addressing men's health policy concerns in Australia: what can be done?
Smith, J. (2007, October). Australian and New Zealand Health Policy, 4(20).
Full text: There is a lack of consensus about what men's health constitutes in Australia. The absence of a widely accepted definition has been problematic for establishing state and national men's health policies.
Female and male antisocial trajectories: from childhood origins to adult outcomes.
Odgers, C. L, Moffitt, T. E, Broadbent, J. M, Dickson, N, Hancox, R. J, Harrington, H, Poulton, R., Sears, M. R, Thomson, W. M, Caspi. (2008, Spring). Development and Psychopathology, 20(2), 673-716.
Abstract: This article reports on the childhood origins and adult outcomes of female versus male antisocial behaviour trajectories in the Dunedin longitudinal study. Implications for theory, research, and practice are discussed.
Qualities men value when communicating with general practitioners: implications for primary care settings.
Smith, J A., Braunack-Mayer, A J., Wittert, G A., & Warin, M J. (2008, December)
The Medical Journal of Australia, 189 (11/12): 618-621.
Abstract: Semi-structured interviews are used to investigate the help-seeking behaviour, and health service use, of 36 white Australian men.
Toolkit for men experiencing difficult times
Lifeline (2007, September) Australia: Lifeline
Download Factsheet: Dispels myths of masculinity that can discourage men from seeking help for mental health issues.
LIFE: Promoting good practice in suicide prevention: activities targeting men
NOVA Public Policy P/L (2008, April) Australian Government: Department of Health and Aging
Full text: This resource was developed by NOVA Public Policy P/L with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing to support the development and delivery of a wide range of suicide prevention programs and activities aimed at men.
International audio
Boys need mentors
ABC Radio National. (2008, 29 October). Steve Biddulph: Boys need mentors. Life Matters Segment. Australia: ABC Radio.
Podcast: He says that we get mothering and fathering pretty right but finding good mentors in the community is the next big hurdle. And he has some bold ideas on changing schools - so the teachers are more like uncles and aunts who build a relationship with their students over several years.
International books
The hearts of men: tales of happiness and despair.
Barker, C. (2007). Sydney: University of New South Wales Press Ltd.
Abstract: This book shows that men do talk about their emotions and with a surprising degree of insight. It discusses much about emotion and happiness, and the possibility of change, both for men and their partners and families.
Haynes brain manual: the step-by-step guide for men to achieving and maintaining mental well being.
Banks, I. (2006). Sweden: Haynes Publishing.
Abstract: Emphasises positive steps to improved mental well being.
Responding to men in crisis: masculinities, distress and the post-modern political landscape.
Taylor, Brian. (2006). London & New York: Routledge Taylor & Francis Group.
Abstract: This book is based on research looking at gendered assumptions about rationality and men's mental health. It looks at post-modern theory in relation to masculinities and madness, and discusses key contemporary debates in political uses of risk and dangerousness.
Is he depressed or what?: what to do when the man you love is irritable, moody and withdrawn.
Wexler, David B. (2005). Oakland: New Harbinger Publication.
Abstract: A guide to help women recognise depression in their partners. It offers advice on how to help and how to maintain self-care while continuing to nurture the relationship.
What men don't talk about.
Hamilton, Maggie. (2006). What men don't talk about. Camberwell: Viking.
Abstract: This book takes the reader far beyond the many stereotypes of men, and reveals how real men and boys view their world.
D is for Directions: A guide to running confidence building courses for men of all ages.
Wilson, L., Blair, M., & Armstrong, P. (2002). Dorset: Russell House Publishing Ltd.
Abstract: This manual is aimed at group work facilitators working with men, particularly in welfare and justice contexts such has: youth and community work, social work, youth offending, prisons and probation
Men and separation: choices in tough times.
Bickerdike, A., Gee, T., Ilgauskas, R., Melvin, T., & Hearn, J. (2003). Kew, Victoria: Mensline Australian & Relationships Australia (Victoria).
Full text: A book for men going through separation or divorce that helps guide them through constructive choices.
