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Teenage boys may retreat into a wall of silence as they detect gendered norms. Parents’ persistence to talk with them about their experiences, beliefs and emotions matters. (Netflix)

‘Adolescence’ on Netflix: Evidence‑based ways parents can support boys around masculinity norms

Research shows former incels found misogynistic influencers when looking for help. A developmental psychologist with a focus on adolescent boys offers key takeaways for parents seeking to create healthy, supportive spaces.
Owen Cooper plays Jamie Miller in Adolescence which looks at the experiences of youth at a British school, showcasing their messy and disturbing experiences. (Netflix/Adolescence)

‘Adolescence’ pulls in audiences with its dramatic critique of teenage masculinity

Adolescence compellingly showcases the disturbing experiences of youth confronted with bullying, misogyny and gender-based violence, as well as the relationships between fathers and their sons.
Given the seriousness of the consequences of bullying for its victims, it behooves us all to take a good, hard look at why so many people continue to bully. (Shutterstock)

Could bullying be an evolutionary trait?

Children of bullies may learn to be bullies through directly experiencing bullying from parents or through indirectly watching their parents bully others.
In 2021, about 48% of LGBQ females considered suicide, compared with roughly 20% of heterosexual females, data shows. bymuratdeniz/iStock/Getty Images Plus

Teen girls are facing an increased risk of suicide − and stress related to sexual identity might be contributing to it

While more young people openly identify as LGBQ, many still face substantial challenges that can contribute to a greater prevalence of mental health concerns.
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Where’s the harm in that? How we think about workplace hazards hampers the application of health and safety law

New Zealand’s health and safety law covers mental health. But new research shows how little it is understood by those in management positions – leaving workers vulnerable.

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