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Men on Strike: Why Men Are Boycotting Marriage, Fatherhood, and the American Dream—and Why It Matters by Helen Smith
Men on Strike: Why Men Are Boycotting Marriage, Fatherhood, and the American Dream—and Why It Matters is a book authored by Dr. Helen Smith, a psychologist specializing in forensic issues and men's rights. Published in 2013, the book explores the reasons behind a growing trend of men opting out of traditional societal roles, such as marriage and fatherhood, and examines the broader implications of this phenomenon.
Key Themes:
Societal Attitudes Toward Men: Dr. Smith argues that contemporary American society has become increasingly anti-male, leading men to disengage from roles traditionally expected of them.
Legal and Economic Disincentives: The book discusses how certain laws and economic factors may discourage men from pursuing marriage and fatherhood, citing concerns over biased family courts and financial risks associated with divorce.
Educational Disengagement: Dr. Smith examines the decline in male participation in higher education, attributing it to a perceived lack of incentives and support for men within the educational system.
Cultural Representation: The portrayal of men in media and popular culture is analyzed, with the author suggesting that negative stereotypes contribute to men's withdrawal from societal expectations.
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By All Things Teen PodcastMen on Strike: Why Men Are Boycotting Marriage, Fatherhood, and the American Dream—and Why It Matters is a book authored by Dr. Helen Smith, a psychologist specializing in forensic issues and men's rights. Published in 2013, the book explores the reasons behind a growing trend of men opting out of traditional societal roles, such as marriage and fatherhood, and examines the broader implications of this phenomenon.
Key Themes:
Societal Attitudes Toward Men: Dr. Smith argues that contemporary American society has become increasingly anti-male, leading men to disengage from roles traditionally expected of them.
Legal and Economic Disincentives: The book discusses how certain laws and economic factors may discourage men from pursuing marriage and fatherhood, citing concerns over biased family courts and financial risks associated with divorce.
Educational Disengagement: Dr. Smith examines the decline in male participation in higher education, attributing it to a perceived lack of incentives and support for men within the educational system.
Cultural Representation: The portrayal of men in media and popular culture is analyzed, with the author suggesting that negative stereotypes contribute to men's withdrawal from societal expectations.