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Reciprocity, autonomy, and vulnerability in men’s experiences of informal cancer care

Published Date: 19.6.2019

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Theme: Specific groups of carers

Sub-theme: Caring for someone with cancer

Peer-reviewed journal article Open access Cancer Gender

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Theme: Specific groups of carers

Sub-theme: Caring for someone with cancer

View Publication Peer-reviewed journal article Open access Cancer Gender

Verification Statement

This publication / resource is hosted on a publicly available external link. If the full text is not publicly accessible, summary points are included and a contact method for the author(s) is provided, where available.

The summary information presented is based on content submitted by an author or other user
, along with publicly available information about the publication / resource added by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team.

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Reciprocity, autonomy, and vulnerability in men’s experiences of informal cancer care

Published Date: 19.6.2019

  • Author/ Authors

    Katherine Kenny, Alex Broom, Zarnie Lwin , Emma Kirby, John L. Oliffe, David Wyld

  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    Kenny, K., Broom, A., Kirby, E., Oliffe, J. L., Wyld, D., & Lwin, Z. (2020). Reciprocity, autonomy, and vulnerability in men’s experiences of informal cancer care. Qualitative Health Research, 30(4), 491–503. https://doi.org/10.1177/1049732319855962

Long Summary

This article explores the experiences of male carers who are carrying out informal care to a relative with cancer. It also unpacks the connection between moralities and masculinities when it comes to men's provision of informal care.

    Key Messages for Carers


  • Explores the cultural norms of gender in informal care
  • Explores how cultural normativities around gender impact the experiences of men providing care

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • Explores the gendered nature of care
  • Explores the unique challenges that male carers may face

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