Mothers play a vital role in the development of their son’s perception of what it is to be a “man.” A popular belief regarding the mother-son dynamic that influenced psychoanalytic theory during the 20th century–the Oedipus complex–is no longer an accepted concept. However, I don’t doubt that there are some children who wish to be […]
I have been thinking a lot about men. Men are leaders, they are husbands and single fathers, they are entrepreneurs, visionaries, protectors, and encouragers. They are often on the periphery. I want to celebrate those men that have chosen to redefine what it means to be a man. So, what makes a man ‘good’ and […]
The debate over whether gender is a biological or social construct continues to dominate conversations, especially regarding what it means to be masculine in the 21st century. Although boys are still treated differently than girls, this gendering process is not as strongly supported by parents today as it was 30 years ago. Modern Men and […]
