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Why does traditional masculinity have such longevity, even among younger boys?

By Ashley Morgan, Masculinities Scholar, Cardiff Metropolitan University
We’ve all seen men lash out angrily when their masculinity is threatened – not least in Hollywood movies. And the extent of such behaviour has also been uncovered in scientific research. But how, when and why does this tendency arise?

A recent psychological study has found that some young boys display feelings of aggression when they feel their masculinity is being challenged. While it is well known that such…The Conversation


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