Supporting Boys' Healthy Social Development
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Boys often don't learn social skills like making plans with friends; this can lead to lost friendships and vulnerability to misogynists online.
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Fathers should model caring for others and expressing emotions to counter rigid gender norms that restrict boys.
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When boys make offensive "jokes," take it seriously and have an open conversation about values.
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Schools should create spaces for boys to talk about masculinity and get peer and adult support.
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Recognize the humanity in teenage boys; don't just stereotype them as scary or incompetent.