Thursday, October 9, 2008

Dealing with Unemployment

acoffee Dealing With Unemployment Like a Man

Be brave and don't get depressed.
Unemployment for anyone is tough. Being an unemployed man is even tougher. Studies have shown that men who are unemployed are more depressed and more prone to substance abuse than women who are similarly out of work. Studies have also shown that men who are unemployed and in a relationship are more likely to physically abuse their partner than men who are employed. The reasons that researches give are twofold. First, men tend to find their identity in their job. Think about it. When you first meet a person, what question do they always ask you right off the bat? Probably, “What do you do?” When a man loses a job, he often loses a big part of his identity. Second, men, particularly married men, view themselves as the breadwinner in the family. Despite feminists’ efforts to change the perception of man as breadwinner, most men still believe this responsibility rests primarily on their shoulders. When a man can no longer provide for those he cares about, it can be a damaging blow to his manhood.
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2 comments:

Terry Nelson said...

An excellent and timely reminder when so many may be losing their job. Prayers for all!

elena maria vidal said...

Isn't that the truth....Thanks!