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Why Do Some Teen Boys Turn Aggressive? The Surprising Role of Masculinity


New study points to impact of pressure during puberty to be stereotypically masculine. Research indicates adolescent boys show increased aggression when their masculinity is perceived as threatened, especially under social pressures to conform to traditional masculine norms. The study highlights

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