Religion, Spirituality, and Masculinity

Religion, Spirituality, and Masculinity provides concrete, practical suggestions for mental health professionals. Drawing from decades of clinical experience working with men and interdisciplinary insights from psychology, sociology, religion, and more, the authors explore some of the most salient aspects of men's mental and spiritual health.
Chapters focus on topics such as men's relationships to religion and to masculinity, shame, and forgiveness, and concerns such as pornography use and drifting between religious affiliations. In addition to relevant theory and research, each chapter includes a case study and clear, science-informed strategies that can be incorporated into everyday practice in ways that improve men's health and wellbeing.

Anthony Isacco, PhD, is a licensed psychologist and associate professor in the graduate psychology program at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, USA. Jay C. Wade, PhD, is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Bali, Indonesia. He is a fellow and past president of APA Division 51, the Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinities, and a former associate professor of psychology at Fordham University, USA.

List of Figures and Tables. About the Authors. Series Editor Foreword, Mark Kiselica. Acknowledgements. Introduction 1. How Do Men Use Religion? 2. How Do Men Use Masculinity? 3. Men and Their Relationship with God 4. Pray and Go to Church? 5. Men's Shame 6. Men and Forgiveness 7. Pornography Use and Spiritual Issues with Men 8. Gay Men and Religion 9. Religious Drifters 10. Creating More Positive Pathways that Improve Men's Health