Is masculinity a social construct? Is there a ‘crisis of masculinity’?
Do men’s gender roles need to be revaluated? What is the importance in the roots and developments of masculinity in Western culture? Is masculinity the key cause for domestic violence amongst the working class?
This paper looks at the current debates surrounding masculinities importance to domestic violence within the working class system. It examines masculinity historically in terms of its developments and explores the debate surrounding the ‘crisis of masculinity’ and the importance of work to men As well as discussing masculinity as a social construct and the cultural norms placed upon genders. This dissertation finally concludes that men’s new gender roles need to be solidified and given purpose within societies changing structures; this should be implemented with the purpose of removing masculinity as a key proponent for domestic violence amongst the working classes.
Context
Acknowledgements
Abstract
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
The Roots and Developments Masculinity
The Crisis of Masculinity
Domestic Violence Masculinity and Class
Conclusion
Bibliography
Frequently Asked Questions
Is masculinity a social construct?
The paper examines masculinity as a social construct, focusing on the cultural norms and gender roles placed upon men by society.
What is the "crisis of masculinity"?
It refers to the debate surrounding the changing roles of men in society and the loss of traditional identities, often linked to changes in the workforce and social structures.
How does class relate to domestic violence?
The study analyzes whether traditional masculinity within the working-class system serves as a key proponent for domestic violence.
Why is work important to masculinity?
Historically, work has been a central pillar of male identity; the paper explores how shifts in employment impact men's perception of their own masculinity.
What is the suggested solution to reduce domestic violence?
The dissertation concludes that men's gender roles need to be revaluated and solidified within changing societal structures to remove masculinity as a cause for violence.
- Quote paper
- Jonathan Parkes (Author), 2012, Masculinity and its Effects on Domestic Violence within the Working Classes, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/211128
