Gender Transformative Health Promotion / edited by Rachael Moore.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Moore, Rachael, editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Gender identity.

Gender identity--Social aspects.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (322 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Burlington, ON : Society Publishing, [2024]

Summary:

The book 'Gender Health Promotion,' edited by Rachael Moore, explores the intersection of gender and health, emphasizing the importance of challenging and transforming gender norms and power dynamics to improve health outcomes. It addresses gender disparities by promoting equality, empowering women and girls, and engaging men and boys as allies. Key topics include gender-based violence, reproductive health, and social determinants of health. The book comprises eight chapters, each focusing on different aspects of health promotion through a gender lens, such as mental health, media influence, and educational settings. It serves as a resource for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers interested in gender equality and health promotion. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Half Title

Title Page

Copyright

About The Editor

Table of Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

List of Abbreviations

Summary

Preface

Chapter 1: Introduction To Gender Transformative Health Promotion

Contents

1.1. Introduction

1.2. Understanding Gender And Health

1.3. Gender Transformative Health Promotion

1.4. Examples Of Gender Transformative Health Promotion Initiatives

1.5. Benefits And Outcomes Of Gender Transformative Health Promotion

1.6. Challenges And Considerations

1.7. Future Directions And Recommendations

1.8. Summary

Review Questions

References

Chapter 2: Understanding Gender And Health

2.1. Introduction

2.2. Gender Gaps In Health And Longevity: Puzzle Or Paradox?

2.3. Pathways And Mechanisms Underlying Gender Differences

2.4. Constrained Choice: A Different Way To View Health Disparities

2.5. Considerations For Future Research Questions And Issues Generated by AI.

Notes:

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Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781779561084

1779561083

OCLC:

1446132981