#masculinity-issues

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Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

There is a particular loneliness in being a man whose body never matched the archetype he was taught to aspire to. Not because anyone was cruel about it, but because the world built its furniture, its expectations, and its respect around a size he would never reach. - Silicon Canals

Body image issues in men stem from societal expectations and architectural norms, leading to a profound, often unacknowledged loneliness.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
12 hours ago

Why Today's Young Men Seem Trapped

Young men face a crisis of identity, struggling with anxiety, depression, and confusion about manhood due to societal pressures and lack of personal power.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
12 hours ago

I Have the Holy Trinity of Sex Problems. I Know What Would Solve Them, but I'm Too Scared to Try.

Exploring sexual orientation can involve complex feelings and societal pressures, especially regarding bisexuality and the fear of judgment.
#tradwife
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

Study Finds Men Who Want #TradWives Also Have High Levels Of "Hostile Sexism"

The #tradwife movement is supported by men with hostile sexism, who view women negatively and expect traditional homemaking roles.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

Study Finds Men Who Want #TradWives Also Have High Levels Of "Hostile Sexism"

The #tradwife movement is supported by men with hostile sexism, who view women negatively and expect traditional homemaking roles.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Masculinity crisis' in schools is a ticking time bomb, union says

A masculinity crisis in UK schools is leading to increased misogynistic abuse towards female teachers, with reports rising significantly over the past four years.
#masculinity
fromQueerty
2 days ago
LGBT

Limp d*cks, "leak outs" & rage letters to dad: Inside the alpha male boot camp to "unf*ck" straight men - Queerty

Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

There is a specific kind of masculinity that comes not from dominance but from integrity, calmness, and emotional steadiness - they make others feel safe - Silicon Canals

True strength in masculinity is calm, steady, and emotionally safe, contrasting with loud, dominant behaviors often mistaken for confidence.
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
Mental health

Psychology says men raised in the 1960s and 70s weren't just taught to be strong - they were taught that strength meant carrying everything alone, and that single belief created a generation who confused endurance with emotional health - Silicon Canals

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Does It Mean to Be a Man?

Perfectionistic, idealized cultural standards lead boys to adopt rigid, all-or-nothing notions of masculinity, causing distress and limiting self-acceptance.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Men Resist Therapy: Challenging Male Mythology

Rigid masculinity myths discourage men from seeking therapy, increasing untreated mental health problems; compassionate peer communities and lived-experience support can encourage help-seeking.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Limp d*cks, "leak outs" & rage letters to dad: Inside the alpha male boot camp to "unf*ck" straight men - Queerty

Young straight men are struggling with dating, jobs, and education, often turning to misleading programs promising to enhance their masculinity.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

There is a specific kind of masculinity that comes not from dominance but from integrity, calmness, and emotional steadiness - they make others feel safe - Silicon Canals

True strength in masculinity is calm, steady, and emotionally safe, contrasting with loud, dominant behaviors often mistaken for confidence.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

The Camps Promising to Turn You-or Your Son-Into an Alpha Male

Nick Adams promotes a vision of masculinity that appeals to young men, emphasizing traditional male roles and rejecting notions of toxic masculinity.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

Psychology says men raised in the 1960s and 70s weren't just taught to be strong - they were taught that strength meant carrying everything alone, and that single belief created a generation who confused endurance with emotional health - Silicon Canals

Men of previous generations were taught to handle stress alone, leading to emotional suppression and difficulties in expressing feelings.
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 days ago

Why the manosphere has an antisemitism problem

Antisemitism is prevalent in the manosphere, with influencers promoting harmful stereotypes and conspiracy theories about Jews.
#manosphere
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Television

Louis Theroux peeks into the rage-filled manosphere of men with abandonment issues and their coterie of OnlyFans girls

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Television

Louis Theroux peeks into the rage-filled manosphere of men with abandonment issues and their coterie of OnlyFans girls

Women
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I left my career to be a stay-at-home mom. I didn't expect to lose my identity.

A career change to stay home with children can lead to unexpected emotional and financial challenges.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Tough it out' was the only emotional instruction a whole generation of men ever received - and now they're sitting in retirement wondering why their body aches and nobody calls - Silicon Canals

Retirement brings a realization of emotional neglect and the need for deeper connections among men.
#lgbtq
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Hairy chests are making a comeback & shaved gays feel attacked - Queerty

The LGBTQ+ community's relationship with body hair has evolved from hyper-masculine aesthetics to embracing natural hairiness in recent years.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

A gay makeup artist humorously highlights a far-right troll's mistake in using his image to promote conventional masculinity, unaware of his true identity.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Hairy chests are making a comeback & shaved gays feel attacked - Queerty

The LGBTQ+ community's relationship with body hair has evolved from hyper-masculine aesthetics to embracing natural hairiness in recent years.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

A gay makeup artist humorously highlights a far-right troll's mistake in using his image to promote conventional masculinity, unaware of his true identity.
OMG science
fromNature
6 days ago

Daily briefing: Are boys really in crisis? What the science says

Concerns about boys should be viewed in the broader context of all young people.
Medicine
fromEsquire
3 days ago

The Lost Art of Going Bald

Men increasingly seek hair restoration solutions to combat hair loss and enhance attractiveness, with the market projected to reach $19 billion by 2033.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Behavioral scientists found that the most dangerous period in a man's retirement isn't the first week or even the first month - it's the moment around month four when the novelty wears off and you realize that the life you spent thirty years dreaming about has no structure, no purpose, and no one waiting for you to show up - Silicon Canals

Retirement brings an initial euphoria followed by a sense of emptiness as purpose diminishes after completing projects.
#parenting
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
5 days ago

OK, So Work Becomes Less Of A Priority For *Everyone* After Having Kids, Right?

Having children often shifts priorities from career advancement to family time and financial security.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
5 days ago

OK, So Work Becomes Less Of A Priority For *Everyone* After Having Kids, Right?

Having children often shifts priorities from career advancement to family time and financial security.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

My Husband Is Forbidding Our Son From a Teen Rite of Passage. His Reasoning Is Very Strange.

Parents should allow their children to explore personal expression through hairstyles, especially during teenage years, while navigating cultural considerations.
Science
fromNature
1 week ago

Daily briefing: Women's academic careers are knocked by parenthood much more than men's

Childcare responsibilities significantly hinder women's academic careers compared to men's, impacting job opportunities and publication rates.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

There's a generation of men who were taught that providing was the same as loving. And there's a generation of their children who spent years in therapy learning that those aren't the same thing, only to reach an age where they finally understand that for their fathers, inside the architecture they were given, it was. - Silicon Canals

Emotional estrangement between fathers and children stems from generational differences in expressing love and vulnerability.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

There's a specific kind of tiredness that has nothing to do with sleep. It comes from years of translating yourself into a version that other people could handle, and the exhaustion lives in the gap between who you are and who you've been performing so consistently that even you forgot there was a difference. - Silicon Canals

Workplace burnout often stems from the exhaustion of pretending to be someone you're not, rather than from overwork itself.
Education
fromNature
6 days ago

Are boys really in crisis? What the science says in the age of the manosphere

Boys aged 12-16 express frustrations about masculinity, emotional support, and the lack of real-world spaces post-COVID-19.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Is "gender exploratory therapy" just conversion therapy with a new name? - LGBTQ Nation

Gender exploratory therapy is a controversial approach that some view as pathologizing non-binary identities while others see it as a cautious exploration of gender identity.
fromApaonline
4 days ago

The Feminine as Structural Problem

The deeper I go, the more feminist I become! Yet my experience of academic philosophy has largely disclosed the opposite: a discipline that solemnly declares its devotion to openness proves curiously unsettled by me as a woman.
Philosophy
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Shocking video shows man attacking gay reality TV couple's vehicle in road rage incident - LGBTQ Nation

A road rage incident in West Hollywood involved a man attacking a gay couple's car while they were inside, fearing for their safety.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Protect men and boys from manosphere influencers, Labour MPs tell Ofcom

Men and boys require protection from harmful online influences, similar to women and girls, according to a group of MPs urging Ofcom for specific guidance.
Social media marketing
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Manosphere Has Started Ranking Its Top Chads. This Is-Stay With Me Here-Actually a Huge Improvement.

America is experiencing a cultural phenomenon centered around 'Chad' influencers promoting extreme measures for enhancing male attractiveness.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Boyfriend Has a Naughty Desire. But His Double Standard Is So Unfair, I Think I Have to Reject It on Principle.

Balancing personal desires and partner boundaries is crucial in sexual relationships.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The cosmetic surgery industry is mainly built for women. So why is it run by men?

Leadership in the aesthetics industry is predominantly male, despite women being the primary consumers and decision-makers.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

You know a woman has lost her joy in life when she describes her days accurately and without feeling - when the words are all correct and the tone is completely flat and the account of her own life sounds like something being reported rather than lived, and she doesn't notice the flatness because she has been inside it long enough that it just sounds like how things are - Silicon Canals

Emotional flatness can creep in, making life feel like a series of tasks rather than meaningful experiences.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Why Some Men Struggle to Keep Up With Friendships

Men are increasingly struggling to maintain friendships, with many feeling lonely and disconnected.
fromQueerty
3 days ago

"There's no way I could ever forget the fake boobs": Bryon Noem's alleged femdom speaks out - Queerty

Lydia Love stated, 'He wanted to be the star of the show and really show off. I would hype him up.' This highlights Noem's desire for attention and validation during their interactions.
LGBT
Independent films
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Lorraine Courtney: Young men are turning to the 'manosphere' because masculinity has been unfairly scrutinised and criticised - they just want to belong

Society condemns girls extensively but applies different standards to boys, raising questions about gendered accountability and media scrutiny of young men.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Most gen Z fathers in Australia believe it's solely their job to provide financially, research finds

Younger fathers often hold traditional views on gender roles, prioritizing financial provision over caregiving responsibilities.
#mental-health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
Mental health

The manosphere is dead and no one cares about Andrew Tate any more': the poet taking on toxic masculinity

Sam Browne uses performance poetry to address mental health and masculinity, aiming to change perceptions and support men in their struggles.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

There's a specific exhaustion that belongs to people who spent decades being exactly what everyone needed them to be - and then one day realized they couldn't remember what they needed - Silicon Canals

People-pleasing leads to losing one's identity and can result in profound exhaustion and disconnection from self.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The manosphere is dead and no one cares about Andrew Tate any more': the poet taking on toxic masculinity

Sam Browne uses performance poetry to address mental health and masculinity, aiming to change perceptions and support men in their struggles.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

There's a specific exhaustion that belongs to people who spent decades being exactly what everyone needed them to be - and then one day realized they couldn't remember what they needed - Silicon Canals

People-pleasing leads to losing one's identity and can result in profound exhaustion and disconnection from self.
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Why Wanting a Pilates Woman May Be a Bad Thing

Pilates popularity has surged, influencing men's preferences for women who practice it, linked to the manosphere's misogynistic ideals.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Trans people are here to stay, no matter who tries to erase us

Understanding the gender spectrum and dismantling misconceptions about trans identities is crucial for acceptance and recognition of diverse gender experiences.
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
5 days ago

The Promise of 'Woke 2' Is Fueling a Leftist Fever Dream

Donald Trump's 2024 victory was seen as a rejection of 'woke' ideology, leading to a culture of offensive speech without fear of consequences.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

It's One of the Most Infuriating Moves a Potential Romantic Interest Can Pull. I Talked to One Man About Why He Does It.

Modern dating often involves miscommunication and lack of follow-through, leading to frustration and confusion.
#transgender-rights
LGBT
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trans People Behind Bars Share How They Are Navigating the Dangers of Visibility

Transgender individuals in prison face increased violence and discrimination, exacerbated by negative media portrayals and political rhetoric.
LGBT
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trans People Behind Bars Share How They Are Navigating the Dangers of Visibility

Transgender individuals in prison face increased violence and discrimination, exacerbated by negative media portrayals and political rhetoric.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

There's a particular kind of strength that belongs to people who rebuilt their entire personality after 40 - not because something broke them, but because they finally had enough distance from their childhood to see what was never theirs to carry - Silicon Canals

Personality changes after forty often reflect a deeper honesty about one's true self rather than a crisis or breakdown.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Dads Battle Flexibility Stigma and Outdated Media Portrayals

One in five fathers fear taking paternity leave due to job security concerns and societal perceptions.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

People who go quiet when they're hurt instead of raising their voice learned somewhere very early that their anger wasn't received as information. It was received as an inconvenience. So they stopped sending the signal and started absorbing the damage, and they've been doing it so long they sometimes mistake silence for calm - Silicon Canals

Silence during conflict often indicates deeper emotional pain rather than composure or passive aggression.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Therapists Are Sharing What's Actually Going On With The Male Loneliness Epidemic

Addressing male loneliness requires understanding the complexities of emotional pain and the impact of harmful online communities.
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Surely if you rule the manosphere, you can be your own boss? These influencers aren't even that | Elle Hunt

Influencer careers promise freedom and wealth but often deliver banal, soul-destroying work that traps creators as effectively as traditional employment.
Public health
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago

The 'prison' of toxic masculinity can keep men from seeking medical care. Canada wants to fix that | CBC Radio

The federal government is launching a national men's health strategy to address higher rates of suicide, substance abuse, and preventable death among men by challenging harmful stereotypes and encouraging healthcare engagement.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Husband Never Brought Up My "Different" Appearance Down There. I'm Not Sure New Men Will Be So Forgiving.

Natural variation in vulvas means most partners won't notice differences, and open communication can help ease anxiety about past surgeries.
US politics
fromJezebel
1 month ago

One-Third of Gen Z Men Dream of Being Toxic Husbands

A global survey reveals Gen Z men hold increasingly traditional gender views, with significant percentages believing women shouldn't initiate sex, should be less independent, and wives should obey husbands, contributing to declining sexual activity rates.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

What Was Clavicular?

Braden Peters, known as Clavicular, embodies the extreme self-improvement movement called looks-maxxing, gaining popularity among internet influencers and communities.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

The Fear of Being Canceled Activates an Ancient Alarm

Therapists are observing a new anxiety disorder characterized by a fear of public shaming and ostracism, termed akyronophobia.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Homophobia Is Back. It's Different Now.

LaBeouf hasn't anchored a box-office hit in more than a decade, and little of his 2020s art-house work has drawn buzz. The most notable thing he's starred in lately was a clip of him on a podcaster's couch, hunched and diminished, talking about his fear of gay people.
LGBT
Women
fromEsquire
4 weeks ago

Whoa, Gen Z Guys, Are You Okay?

A global survey reveals 52% of respondents believe gender equality efforts have gone far enough, with support increasing 10% in seven years, particularly among Gen Z males who favor traditional gender roles.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Compulsory heterosexuality is thwarting pleasure & hindering gender liberation. We can change that. - LGBTQ Nation

Trans women can deconstruct femininity built around male desire and reconstruct authentic womanhood through self-directed pleasure and relationships centered on mutual connection rather than male validation.
#mens-mental-health
Social media marketing
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

How 'looksmaxxing' self-improvement apps are marketing misogyny to young men

Incel ideology promoting genetic determinism in dating is spreading to teenagers through AI-powered looksmaxxing apps that monetize appearance insecurities and mainstream toxic masculinity.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

'Inside the Manosphere' Reveals the Turmoil of Self-Esteem

Albert Ellis argued that self-esteem based on ranking is unstable and creates anxiety, advocating instead for unconditional self-acceptance as a path to emotional stability.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The Manconomy Has a Body Image Problem Nobody Is Naming

Eating disorders in men are increasing through fitness optimization and looksmaxxing culture, with warning signs disguised as discipline rather than recognized as disordered eating patterns.
Miscellaneous
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Everyone Speaks Incel Now

Incel terminology like 'maxxing' has spread from isolated online communities into mainstream media and broader internet culture through viral slang mutation.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guardian view on gen Z: young men hold startling views about women inequality may be to blame | Editorial

A global survey reveals concerning attitudes among Gen Z men toward women's autonomy, with significant percentages believing women should obey husbands, avoid initiating sex, and defer to male decision-making authority.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

26 Social Burdens Women Shoulder That Are Completely Exhausting

Putting on makeup. Like, we're supposed to disguise ourselves; otherwise, people think we didn't take this outing seriously, didn't care enough, or didn't act professionally. In some ways, beauty standards are social obligations. Keeping up with nails, clothes, hair, etc., that's almost an expectation in some relationships.
Women
#toxic-masculinity
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Social justice

Share The Most Subtle (or Not-So-Subtle) Example Of Toxic Masculinity You've Ever Seen

fromNature
2 months ago
Psychology

Can 'toxic masculinity' be measured? Scientists try to quantify controversial term

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Social justice

Share The Most Subtle (or Not-So-Subtle) Example Of Toxic Masculinity You've Ever Seen

fromNature
2 months ago
Psychology

Can 'toxic masculinity' be measured? Scientists try to quantify controversial term

Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Man I'm Seeing Swears He's Not Gay. I Have Some Questions.

A woman dating an effeminate man struggles with attraction differences and seeks advice on discussing his gender expression without offending him.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

There is no shame in being vain': the relentless rise of impossible male beauty standards

Male political and cultural figures increasingly perform militaristic authority through carefully curated facial presentation and appearance, while men's faces face unprecedented public scrutiny previously reserved for women.
#gen-z-attitudes
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
4 weeks ago

Gen Z Men Want to Be "Obeyed" By Women

Gen Z men show more regressive attitudes toward gender equality than older generations, with over 30% believing women should obey husbands and 60% feeling burdened by supporting gender equality efforts.
Women in technology
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

New Global Study Shows One-Third Of Young Men Believe Wives Should Be Submissive

Gen Z men hold more traditionally conservative views on marriage and gender roles than older generations, with 31% believing wives should obey husbands and 33% believing husbands should have final decision-making authority.
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
4 weeks ago

Gen Z Men Want to Be "Obeyed" By Women

Gen Z men show more regressive attitudes toward gender equality than older generations, with over 30% believing women should obey husbands and 60% feeling burdened by supporting gender equality efforts.
Women in technology
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

New Global Study Shows One-Third Of Young Men Believe Wives Should Be Submissive

Gen Z men hold more traditionally conservative views on marriage and gender roles than older generations, with 31% believing wives should obey husbands and 33% believing husbands should have final decision-making authority.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Supermodel says only women can be bisexual: "Double standards exist for us all" - LGBTQ Nation

Jessica White's statement that bisexuality is acceptable for women but not men sparked controversy and amplified biphobic attitudes, with experts attributing such stigma to toxic masculinity and rigid gender expectations.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
2 months ago

Equinox Evolution of masculinity

With over two decades dedicated to ballet and contemporary dance, Marcelo translates a sharp awareness of space, body, and energy into a visual language that prioritises presence over posing. His work is a deep exploration of the transition of masculinity, a journey he has lived from the 1990s to the present day. By dissolving the traditional boundaries between toughness and elegance, Marcelo's lens creates a dialogue where opposites are no longer divided, but united.
Berlin
Women in technology
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

One in three Gen Z men want obedient women

Generation Z men hold the most traditional gender views of any age group, with 31% believing wives should always obey husbands, compared to 13% of Baby boomer men.
World politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Psychology of Supporting a Strong Man Leader

Support for authoritarian 'strong-man' leaders stems from perceived protection, in-group/out-group bias, moralized blame, and partisan loyalty enabling power consolidation.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Manosphere Breaks Containment

Their very existence is proof of something not working. And so, in a way, their project is to exist, to be seen, to be popular. That's why he's going to say the N-word on stream. That's why he's going to read the humiliating text from his father on stream. It's a total commitment to that project. Because I think his existence just sort of proves that the gatekeepers are gone.
Digital life
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

The Boyosphere

Child development optimizes with twelve hours' sleep, intense playground play (jungle-gym, monkey-bar intervals, tag), raw cran-apple exposure, micro-meditation, and gritty persistence.
Public health
fromEurasia Review
2 months ago

'Masculinity Crisis': Influencers On Social Media Promote Low Testosterone To Young Men

Influencer content on Instagram and TikTok normalizes unnecessary testosterone testing and therapy for healthy young men by promoting unproven benefits and downplaying serious medical risks.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The World Is Progressing and Making Men's Lives Challenging

Psychologists suggest that men-particularly white men, who historically did not face these challenges-are profoundly maladjusted to the highly multicultural society we live in today. Recent statistics suggest that white adult males are not doing well with the many challenging societal perils. Their frustration was on display during the last presidential election, with a significant shift in how young white men voted.
US politics
Psychology
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

Men Are More Likely To Exhibit This 1 Behavior When Other Men Are Creepy. The Reason Is Telling.

Men intervene less frequently than women in uncomfortable social situations due to masculine norms emphasizing dominance, fear of peer judgment, and confusion about acceptable behavior.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Hammers to the face and amphetamines: hypermasculine looksmaxxing invades the internet

Two years ago, we were asking ourselves here at EL PAIS if the normal man would make a comeback meaning, whether we weren't seeing the return to glory of the guy lacking in chiseled abs, generous biceps and a square jaw, represented in today's cinema by Hovik Keuchkerian and Josh O'Connor and, classically, by legends like Humphrey Bogart and Marcello Mastroianni.
Social justice
fromEurekAlert!
1 month ago

'Masculinity crisis': Influencers on social media promote low testosterone to young men, study finds

Young men are being encouraged to undergo testosterone testing and start hormone therapy through Instagram and TikTok content that promotes unproven health claims while downplaying medical risks, a new international study has found. The study was done at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health, and led by Emma Grundtvig Gram, a visiting PhD student from the University of Copenhagen.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Manosphere' influencers pushing testosterone tests are convincing healthy young men there is something wrong with them, study finds

Influencers and wellness companies promote routine testosterone screening to young men, medicalising normal variations and driving profit without clear clinical benefit.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Stereotypes Inform the Way Gay Men See Themselves

Single, sexualized narratives about gay men create confirmation bias that reinforces limiting beliefs, reduces self-worth, and perpetuates caricatured media representations.
Parenting
fromBig Think
2 months ago

The real reason boys turn to extreme online role models

Real-life male role models are the most effective antidote to toxic online male influencers, and curiosity rather than punitive shock helps engage boys.
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