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Real Boys: Rescuing Our Sons From the Myths of Boyhood
Real Boys Rescuing Our Sons From the Myths of Boyhood
Author: William Pollack
Based on William Pollack's groundbreaking research at Harvard Medical School over two decades, Real Boys explores why many boys are sad, lonely, and confused although they may appear tough, cheerful, and confident. Pollack challenges conventional expectations about manhood and masculinity that encourage parents to treat boys as litt...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780965694162
ISBN-10: 096569416X
Publication Date: 1998
Pages: 447
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  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 5 ratings
Publisher: Random House
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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reviewed Real Boys: Rescuing Our Sons From the Myths of Boyhood on + 237 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 5
this is probably the best book I read on raising boys, and made we aware of the double standards and the way we raise boys that are confused on issues. It made me stop and re think what I had done, and what I needed to change
MyLikeIt avatar reviewed Real Boys: Rescuing Our Sons From the Myths of Boyhood on + 450 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
This is essential reading for anyone who lives with, works with, or cares for boys. Teachers, therapists, physicians, parents, and all others who are called upon to nurture boys will benefit from reading this book. Deeply insightful.
PastorPeanut avatar reviewed Real Boys: Rescuing Our Sons From the Myths of Boyhood on + 16 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
This one is on my keeper shelf! So insightful, and yet very readable at the same time. I bought a copy in an airport to read on the plane -- I couldn't put it down the whole time!
imnellen avatar reviewed Real Boys: Rescuing Our Sons From the Myths of Boyhood on + 246 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
gives parents the lowdown on societies expectations and how to avoid the pitfalls.
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Helpful Score: 1
Good book for understanding and raising boys.
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