Why do boys need structure so much?
Why do they test limits, shut down emotionally, or seem allergic to sitting still?
In this episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends, Pepper Pratt and friend Michael Sparks unpack what’s really going on in the brains, hormones, and hearts of boys—and how parents can raise emotionally healthy, confident young men.
✅ Why structure feels like safety to boys
✅ How both mom and dad shape identity and confidence
✅ The role of other men in a boy's life
✅ How to “usher a boy into the world of men” with courage and compassion
✅ The surprising brain and hormone science behind boys’ behavior
If you’ve got a son, grandson, or work with young men, this conversation will give you fresh insight, practical tools, and hope for the journey.