The Gray Area with Sean Illing Men and boys are struggling. Should we care?
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Dec 12, 2022 
Richard V. Reeves, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and author of "Of Boys and Men," dives into the modern struggles faced by boys and men. He explores the educational and economic disparities causing men to lag behind women and the impact of evolving gender roles on young men. Reeves emphasizes the need for redefining masculinity, highlighting how support for better fatherhood and positive male role models can counteract negative stereotypes. His insights advocate for a balanced approach to gender equality that benefits everyone.
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Declining Male Labor Force Participation
- Male labor force participation is declining, and men's job recovery post-pandemic is slower than other groups'.
- Unlike women, men's absence from the labor market is typically not due to childcare.
The Friendship Recession
- 15% of young men report having no close friends, relying more on parents for advice.
- Men's friendships decline more steeply than women's, possibly due to relationship dynamics and online activity.
Global Education Gap
- More young women hold college degrees than men in all OECD countries.
- This gender gap is most pronounced in advanced, gender-equal economies like Scandinavia.
