What does MASC mean in BRITISH MEDICINE

MASC stands for ‘masculine'.

Masculine describes traits that are traditionally associated with men and boys, such as being assertive, independent, and competitive. It can also refer to expressions of gender identity or behavior related to conventional ideas of what it means to be a man.

Some people may view masculinity as too aggressive or dominant, but it does not have to be seen in this way. Everyone has the capacity to express both traditionally masculine and feminine traits in different settings and scenarios.

Toxic masculinity is a concept used to describe certain behaviors typically associated with social expectations of men which can be harmful to themselves or others. These behaviors may include hyper-sexualization, hyper-competitiveness, expressing emotions through violence, devaluing empathy and emotional connection, objectifying women etc..

Yes! Many individuals recognize aspects of their identity that don't fit within traditional categorizations of gender. It is perfectly normal for someone to identify with both femininity and masculinity at different points in their lives.