Study finds aggression in adolescent boys due to social pressure to conform to rigid masculinity norms.

A new study reveals that adolescent boys respond aggressively to perceived threats to their masculinity, particularly in environments with rigid gender norms. The research found that boys whose motivation to be masculine is socially pressured are more likely to exhibit aggression, highlighting the impact of social pressure on gender conformity. The findings call for addressing restrictive norms to prevent harmful behaviors associated with threatened masculinity.

July 15, 2024
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