What works with men? A systematic review of health promoting interventions targeting men

Robertson, Lynn; Douglas, Flora; Ludbrook, Anne; Reid, Garth; Teijlingen, Edwin van

doi:10.1186/1472-6963-8-141

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“…We argue that dominant ideals of masculinity can contribute to men's poorer prostate cancer outcomes by inhibiting their adoption of prostate-friendly diet recommendations, and this should be thoughtfully addressed in advocating diet change. There is little evidence on how to improve men's uptake of health services (Robertson, Douglas, Ludbrook, Reid, & van Teijlingen, 2008). However, nutrition education or counseling programs designed for men with prostate cancer would benefit from considering how gender relations and masculinity both facilitate and block healthy eating.…”

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Men, Food, and Prostate Cancer: Gender Influences on Men’s Diets

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Although healthy eating might enhance long-term survival, few men with prostate cancer make diet changes to advance their well-being. Men's typically poor diets and uninterest in self-health may impede nutrition interventions and diet change. Food choice behavior is complex involving many determinants, including gender, which can shape men's health practices, diets, and prostate cancer experiences. Developing men-centered prostate cancer nutrition interventions to engage men (and where appropriate their partners) in promoting healthy diets can afford health benefits. This article presents an overview and synthesis of current knowledge about men's food practices and provides an analysis of diet and diet change behaviors for men with prostate cancer. Masculinity and gender relations theory are discussed in the context of men's food practices, and suggestions for future applications to nutrition and prostate cancer research and diet interventions are made.

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Men, Food, and Prostate Cancer: Gender Influences on Men’s Diets

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“…L'intervention en contexte de défavorisa-tion requiert le développement d'outils d'intervention respectueux, ciblés, adaptés et sensibles à la complexité des déterminants sociaux de la santé. Bien qu'aucune intervention spécifique sur la santé cardiovasculaire des hommes SÉD n'ait été réalisée ni évaluée dans le contexte québécois, nos résultats concordent avec les conclusions d'autres études sur la santé des hommes recommandant de favoriser des services de proximité (présence dans la communauté et sur les lieux de travail), des soins intégrés (guichet unique) et des horaires de services flexibles (soir et fin de semaine), ainsi que l'adoption de pratiques compatibles avec les goûts et le style de vie des hommes (Robertson et al, 2008). Les programmes « spéciaux » mis en oeuvre dans certains milieux de vie traditionnellement masculins semblent porteurs d'avenir.…”

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Position sociale et style de vie. La variation sociale des pratiques de santé après un incident cardiaque

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2015

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La mortalité engendrée par les maladies cardiovasculaires constitue l’un des indicateurs majeurs d’inégalités sociales de santé au Québec. Chez les hommes socio-économiquement défavorisés, le taux de mortalité due à ces maladies demeure alarmant par rapport aux autres groupes de la population. Cette étude qualitative examine les pratiques de santé de soixante hommes provenant de différents milieux socioéconomiques et ayant été hospitalisés à la suite d’un incident cardiaque. En employant la théorie socioculturelle de Pierre Bourdieu, l’analyse d’entrevues expose les obstacles que posent les conditions de vie précaires à la santé et à l’adoption de saines habitudes de vie en contexte de réadaptation cardiaque. Les conclusions soulignent l’importance de politiques de santé inclusives, qui tiennent compte d’un savoir incorporé et d’une compréhension pratique du monde des individus.The mortality caused by cardiovascular diseases constitutes one of the major indicators of social inequalities in health in Quebec. Among socio-economically disadvantaged men, the mortality rate due to these diseases remains alarmingly high compared to other population groups. This qualitative study examines the health practices of sixty men from different socioeconomic backgrounds who have been hospitalized for a cardiac event. Applying the sociocultural theory of Pierre Bourdieu, the analysis of interviews exposes the obstacles which precarious living conditions pose to health and to the adoption of healthy living habits in a cardiac rehabilitation setting. The findings emphasize the importance of inclusive health policies that take account of a common sense knowledge and a practical understanding of the world of individuals

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“…Because research on male-specific health interventions is sparse, evidence to conclude that these interventions are more effective than standard interventions is lacking (Robertson, Douglas, Ludbrook, Reid, & Teijlingen, 2008). Research demonstrates that standard weight management interventions are effective for men (Franz et al, 2007;Neve et al, 2010;Young et al, 2011).…”

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“…Furthermore, only a few of these weight management programs were implemented in the U.S., while the rest of them were based in Western Europe, Australia, and Japan. To make matters worse, merely five of these studies utilized weight interventions tailored specifically to men, whereas the rest utilized standard interventions.Because research on male-specific health interventions is sparse, evidence to conclude that these interventions are more effective than standard interventions is lacking (Robertson, Douglas, Ludbrook, Reid, & Teijlingen, 2008). Research demonstrates that standard weight management interventions are effective for men (Franz et al, 2007;Neve et al, 2010;Young et al, 2011).…”

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Factors that influence overweight and obese men's participation in healthy eating, exercise, and weight management programs

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2013

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FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE OVERWEIGHT AND OBESE MEN'S PARTICIPATION IN HEALTHY EATING, EXERCISE, AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT PROGRAMSDespite the high prevalence of overweight and obesity in men, little is known about eating and exercise behaviors in this population. Additionally, research indicates that men are resistant to seeking help for weight concerns. Few studies, however, have assessed the need for specialized weight interventions designed for overweight and obese men. The present study attempted to gain an in-depth understanding of factors that influence overweight and obese men's engagement in healthy eating, exercise, and weight interventions through the use of qualitative methods.Research questions were developed using a framework that combined components of the theory of planned behavior and PRECEDE-PROCEED model. Six focus groups were conducted with 42 overweight and obese men living in Northern Colorado. Focus groups were recorded, transcribed, an analyzed using Ethnographic Content Analysis. Time, convenience, knowledge, social support, stigma, and masculinity emerged as important factors that influence men's weight-related health behaviors and help-seeking. Results provide support for the development of gender-sensitive weight interventions that take these factors into account.iii As the prevalence of obesity in the U.S. has dramatically increased in recent decades, researchers have attempted to better understand the etiology, prevention, and treatment of this disease. Given that an unhealthy diet and sedentary lifestyle are strongly associated with obesity, research on health behavior change plays an important role in working toward possible solutions.One major focus of obesity research has been to contextualize behaviors leading to obesity using various health behavior theories and to develop weight interventions according to these theories.Many of these theories acknowledge the powerful impact of the social environment on behavior.As such, a burgeoning focus of the literature has examined obesity in specific populations due to their differing social contexts. Although men comprise a significant proportion of the overweight and obese population, little is known about factors that influence men's eating, exercise, and weight management. Literature ReviewThe pervasiveness of obesity is problematic, especially considering the extensive evidence for medical conditions associated with the disease. Public health officials have declared obesity to be a nationwide epidemic. In the U.S., thirty-four percent of adults are obese and 68% are either overweight or obese (Flegal, Carroll, Ogden, & Curtin, 2010; Ogden, Yanovsky, Carroll, & Flegal, 2007). By 2015, obesity prevalence is projected to increase an additional six percent.Obesity accounts for 280,000 deaths annually in the U.S. (Manson, Skerritt, & Willett, 2002). After tobacco smoking, it is the second most preventable cause of death (United States Dietary Association [USDA], 2005). Obesity is also a risk factor for numerous health complicatio...

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What works with men? A systematic review of health promoting interventions targeting men

Abstract: Background: Encouraging men to make more effective use of (preventive) health services is considered one way of improving their health. The aim of this study was to appraise the available evidence of effective interventions aimed at improving men's health.

Cited by 115 publications

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Men, Food, and Prostate Cancer: Gender Influences on Men’s Diets

Men, Food, and Prostate Cancer: Gender Influences on Men’s Diets

Position sociale et style de vie. La variation sociale des pratiques de santé après un incident cardiaque

Factors that influence overweight and obese men's participation in healthy eating, exercise, and weight management programs

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