""More than 80% said there aren't enough real-world spaces - such as parks or youth clubs - to be a boy. More than half found the online world more rewarding than the physical one.""
""Nearly 80% said they were not clear what masculinity is. 'It's toxic, that's all I ever hear,' said one participant.""
""Globally, more boys than girls are out of school and young men are less likely than young women to attend higher education.""
""Boys and young men tend to have fewer close connections and less emotional support than do girls and young women, surveys suggest.""
Research involving over 1,000 adolescents revealed significant frustrations among boys aged 12-16 regarding their lives. More than 80% reported insufficient real-world spaces for boys, while over half found online interactions more fulfilling than physical ones. Nearly 80% expressed confusion about masculinity, often associating it with toxicity. Concerns about boys' struggles have intensified, with more boys out of school and fewer pursuing higher education compared to girls. Boys also face pressure to conform to traditional masculinity and body image standards, leading to fewer emotional connections and support.
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