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International Journal for Masculinity Studies
Volume 12, 2017 - Issue 3-4: Complicating the emotions of men and masculinities
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Male emotionality: ‘boys don’t cry’ versus ‘it’s good to talk’

Fiona McQueenSchool of Applied Science, Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh, UKCorrespondence[email protected]
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Pages 205-219 | Received 28 Oct 2016, Accepted 29 May 2017, Published online: 12 Jun 2017

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