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Factors Affecting the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Men in Nursing: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis
International Journal of Nursing Practice, Vol.32(3), e70153
2026
Abstract
Background
The number of men entering nursing has steadily increased over recent decades. Male nurses contribute unique perspectives and skills; however, men working in female-dominated occupations face distinct impacts on mental health and wellbeing.
Research Aim
To identify factors that negatively impact the mental health and wellbeing of male nurses and students.
Methods
This systematic literature review followed the five steps as outlined by Gregory and Denniss for conducting a systematic literature review and narrative synthesis.
Results
Seventy research papers were included. Findings identified three major categories and eight factors describing the mental health and wellbeing of male nurses and students. Themes identified were ‘Social and Cultural Stigma’, ‘Institutional and Workplace Exclusion’ and ‘Hostility and Vulnerability in Practice’.
Conclusions
Findings highlight systemic and interpersonal challenges to the mental health of male nurses and students, offering a foundation for future research, hypothesis generation and the development of targeted, evidence-based strategies to address these issues.
Details
- Title
- Factors Affecting the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Men in Nursing: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis
- Authors/Creators
- Eric Lim (Author) - Murdoch University, School of NursingMingxin ZhangKezia Higham - Curtin UniversityFrank Donnelly - Murdoch University, School of Nursing
- Publication Details
- International Journal of Nursing Practice, Vol.32(3), e70153
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd.
- Identifiers
- 991005882055107891
- Copyright
- © 2026 The Author(s).
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Nursing
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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