"Adolescence" on Netflix: Exploring the Role of the Bystander
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The Netflix series 'Adolescence' has gained international attention, prompting initiatives like UK high schools' access to address issues such as toxic masculinity and incel culture. The show depicts scenarios of violence and misogyny, notably through the story of Jamie, a teen who murders a classmate after being rejected. A critical takeaway from the narrative focuses on the role of Jamie's friends, particularly Ryan, who provided the weapon. This highlights a concerning trend where friends may fail to challenge troubling behavior due to fear of damaging social bonds or lack of awareness about the implications of their actions in contexts like dating violence.
The wider narrative often misses that teens, driven by a desire for loyalty, may hesitate to intervene when friends exhibit troubling behaviors, exacerbating issues like dating violence.
Despite the growing awareness of the toxic masculinity prevalent in modern culture, many teens remain unaware of the signs of dating violence, leaving them unprepared to respond effectively.
Read at Psychology Today
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