The Demise Of Guys: Why Boys Are Struggling And What We Can Do About It (2012) - Plot & Excerpts
"What guys can do? Turn off your digital identity and turn on yourself. Learn how to dance, rediscover nature... learn to tell jokes and practice conversation openers... Find living role models or mentors, and find something in the real world that motivates you." - The Demise of Guys, Phillip Zimbardo & Nikita DuncanThere are some interesting takes on the problems guys are facing in the hyper-digitized world in which we are living. Though the authors make some broad sweeping statements. All in all, a good wake up call for guys! I wanted to read this book to shed light on some of the reasons young men under 30 in my life seem generally to lack ambition and maturity. Also, I have been troubled to observe how many men I know in this age group are still living at home with their parents. While the book generally kept my interest and did raise some points I had not considered, I was disappointed in the depth topics like pornography and excessive playing of video games were explored. I believe there are more influential environmental and societal factors to be considered. Finally, I was most intrigued by the summary of how the American public education system may have a negative impact on the development of young men today. This made sense to me and prompted a lot of thought.
What do You think about The Demise Of Guys: Why Boys Are Struggling And What We Can Do About It (2012)?
A good insight into teen boys. A must read if you work with them.
—cherish
