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

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par 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…

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