Janet Saltzman Chafetz (1974, 35-36) describes seven areas of masculinity.
Date Accessed: 30th April
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masculinity
Physical — virile, athletic, strong, brave. Unconcerned about appearance and aging;
Functional — breadwinner, provider for family as much as mate
Sexual — sexually aggressive, experienced. Single status acceptable;
Emotional — unemotional, stoic, the proverb says boys don't cry;
Intellectual — logical, intellectual, rational, objective, practical,
Interpersonal — leader, dominating; disciplinarian; independent, free, individualistic; demanding;
Other Personal Characteristics — success-oriented, ambitious, aggressive, proud, egotistical; moral, trustworthy; decisive, competitive, uninhibited, adventurous.
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