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Focuses on the physical and emotional assaults against men that are inflicted by their women partners. Incidence of domestic violence in the U.S.; Reasons battered men refuse to talk about the abuse; Growth of violent behavior by women according to psychiatrist Cynthia D. Barnes.

Talks about the relationship of a father and son. How the son felt about his absent father; How the son's long-term relationships with women were affected by his feelings towards his father; How the father felt about his son's visit.

Discusses the rise to fame of Afro-American comedian Chris Rock. Rock's propensity for calling attention to what he views as social, political and racial conventions; Colleagues' praise for Rock's comedic talent; Career highlights; Two favorite subjects for comedy; Attitude towards women; Thoughts on marriage and relationship; Challenge of keeping his private life private. INSET: Warning signs..

Discusses Afro-American men's difficulty in making marriage commitments. Erosion of traditional Afro-American values; Opinion of black men on the impossibility of a true commitment; American society's role in black men's formation of intimate relationships with women; Black women's willingness to financially support male love interests; Social injustice against black men; More.

Discusses the author's participation in a men's-only group meeting. Blacks' concealment of inner problems; Loneliness; Discussion on premature death; Culturally imposed limits on male bonding; Closed rank solidarity of women; Author's childhood recollection of the men in his family.