%0 Journal Article
%T A qualitative examination of masculinity, homelessness, and social class among men in a transitional shelter
%J Psychology of men and masculinity
%D 2009
%A Haag, Sarah
%A Shepard, Samuel
%A Hernandez, Javier
%A Stinson, Ren
%A Liu, William Ming
%V 10
%N 2
%P 131-148
%X This study explored the intersection and meaning of homelessness, masculinity, and social class among 15 men who are homeless. Using Consensual Qualitative Research Methodology (Hill, Thompson, & Williams, 1997), three major domains arose from the data: The Homeless Experience, Perceptions of Men and Masculinity, and Changing Social Status. Participants described (a) gaining empathy for the homeless after they became homeless; (b) economic, personal, and substance use and abuse as barriers to moving out of homelessness; (c) retaining their sense of masculinity regardless of being homeless; and (d) aspirations for a better, non-homeless future. Men also discussed the importance of mental health and substance abuse services. Implications for psychologists and future research are discussed.<p />
%G 
%I American Psychological Association
%@ 1524-9220
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/a0014999