It is critically important for health care providers to understand and address the unique health care challenges that young males face, as this population often experiences significant barriers to accessing timely and appropriate care. Young males are less likely than their female peers to seek regular medical attention, including preventive care and sexual health services, due to factors such as stigma, lack of male-focused services, limited health education, and societal expectations around masculinity. As a result, conditions like sexually transmitted infections, mental health issues, and substance use disorders often go undiagnosed or untreated. Providers who take the time to build trust, offer nonjudgmental and culturally competent care, and tailor services to the specific needs of young men can play a vital role in improving health outcomes and reducing disparities. Engaging young males early not only benefits their individual well-being but also contributes to the broader public health goal of healthier communities. Here are some resources for clinicians who serve young males.
Clinician's Guide to Male Mental Health
Risk Assessment Tools
Sex and the College Male Athlete
Young Male Health Fast Facts
Talking to Parents of Young Males about HPV
Health Care Provider Toolkit for Adolescent and Young Adult Males
Clinician's Guide to Male Mental Health
Risk Assessment Tools
Sex and the College Male Athlete
Young Male Health Fast Facts
Talking to Parents of Young Males about HPV
Health Care Provider Toolkit for Adolescent and Young Adult Males
TALKING TO PARENTS OF YOUNG MALES ABOUT HPV
Talking to parents of young males about the importance of the HPV vaccine requires sensitivity, clear communication, and an understanding of the concerns parents may have. Here are some specific recommendations for clinicians.
Talking to parents of young males about the importance of the HPV vaccine requires sensitivity, clear communication, and an understanding of the concerns parents may have. Here are some specific recommendations for clinicians.
Patient and Provider Risk Assessment Tools for the Well Young Male Visit
This pair of instruments is designed to make the most of clinical visits by prepping adolescent males on what to expect and giving their healthcare providers a concise checklist of targeted questions in several important health domains.
Designed for males aged 14-18, the self-assessment tool gives the patient the scoop on what to expect from his clinical visit. It includes questions designed to help him think about how he’s feeling physically and mentally; topics include diet and exercise, substance use, relationships, immunizations and sexual health.
Designed for males aged 14-18, the self-assessment tool gives the patient the scoop on what to expect from his clinical visit. It includes questions designed to help him think about how he’s feeling physically and mentally; topics include diet and exercise, substance use, relationships, immunizations and sexual health.
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The companion piece to the self-assessment for young male patients will trigger questions healthcare providers want to ask, even for patients in the office for a basic sports physical. Covering the same topics as the patient self-assessment tool, this piece is designed so that multiple topics can be addressed efficiently during every medical visit.