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" I started it and then blazed through it. Didn't want to put it down. Would like to read more of Terrence Real. "
- Jean, 2/8/2014
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" Real places male depression in the context of the cultural limitations of the male gender role, and in so doing provides a useful perspective from which to consider depression in men. I was a bit put off by the artificial simplicity of his examples and what I saw as limited experimental basis for his conclusions, I got the impression that Real relies more on his experience than experimentation, and while he may be effective I question whether his efficacy can be generalized without a strong experimental basis from which to build. I found it personally unsettling that he frequently portrayed children and partners as providing vital impetus, not because his claim struck me as inaccurate but because I personally possess neither. Regardless, the book itself was thought provoking and his examples, however artificial their flavour, made the book quite accessible. "
- Michael, 2/2/2014
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" Although I am not a man, this book was insightful and enlightening for me. Recommended for anyone with a father, son, husband or brother. I really enjoyed the parts dealing with the developing psyche of young boys. "
- Tamara, 1/21/2014
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" Very informative book about male depression and how men deal with depression different than women. A good read for men dealing with issues of anger, workaholism, or find problems connecting with others. Also a good read for anyone going into the psychology or counseling field to recieve another take on male depression and how it exhibits itself. "
- Leah, 1/15/2014
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" it was imply an eye opening.... "
- Tetyana, 1/12/2014
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" Explains alot about what makes some men tick. Helps women cope with difficult men and get a better idea of what they are really feeling. "
- Nancy, 1/1/2014
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" Got this book to understand better the lives of screwed up males *ahem* but found it very interesting to read about the psychology of this guy. Wounds, duality, hidden depression, etc. Interesting. "
- Margaret, 12/30/2013
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" I have been reading all the books I can get my hand son regarding depression and mood disorders and while not a man, I found the approach from the perspective of men to be quite insightful. "
- Jennifer, 12/2/2013
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" This book has lots of insight into how boys develop psychologically and how depression is caused by trauma and stress during childhood as well as during adulthood. It also talks about how to treat depression,giving a lot of case studies about the use of psychotherapy and medicine. "
- Rebecca, 10/24/2013
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" Great book for understanding male depression. Too wordy towards the end. "
- Kate, 10/19/2013
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" For those who are interested in new insights into male depression that you wondered about all along, Real is the one to read. I believe that Arch Hart may have documented the concept even before Terry;however, Terry's stories of others and himself keep you glued to the book. "
- Sheila, 8/3/2013
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" This book is the gold standard for male depression. Real speaks with both a personal and professional voice that most men will identify as their own. Looking forward to reading the rest "
- Amy, 7/7/2013
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" I read this for my work as a therapist. I found it interesting. Not all of it was new ideas but after mostly working with women it gave me some different ideas in my work with men. "
- Tina, 3/17/2013
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" Incredibly insightful. Delves not only into the legacy of male depression but also punches much-needed holes in the many ways our culture reinforces gender stereotypes. I dare anyone, especially men, to read it and not be changed by it. "
- Aaron, 1/4/2013
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" This is probably a good book but I just can't get into it. "
- Paul, 11/24/2012
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" A really lucid, insightful, and ultimately helpful take on the psychological toll of "patriarchy" -- recommended for anyone who knows, interacts with, or has heard of men. "
- meredith, 11/3/2012
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" well, "liked" isn't exactly the word, but it was very enlightening and explained a lot to me. "
- Stephanie, 10/15/2012
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" If you know any men you should read this book. "
- Michael, 9/17/2012
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