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Internalizing Symptoms in Men: The Role of Masculine Norms, Alexithymia, and Emotion Regulation

Masculine norms influence internalizing problems in men. The processes that explain this association are not yet comprehensively understood. However, there exists a compelling argument to highlight the role of emotional functioning in explaining how conformity to the traditional Western conceptualization of masculine norms confers risk for internalizing problems.

Citation:
Mancini VO, Ditzer J, Brett JD, Gross JJ, Preece DA. Internalizing Symptoms in Men: The Role of Masculine Norms, Alexithymia, and Emotion Regulation. Sex Roles. 2025;91(10).

Keywords:
Masculinity; Internalizing symptoms; Emotions; Mental health; Emotional regulation

Abstract:
Masculine norms influence internalizing problems in men. The processes that explain this association are not yet comprehensively understood. However, there exists a compelling argument to highlight the role of emotional functioning in explaining how conformity to the traditional Western conceptualization of masculine norms confers risk for internalizing problems.