The Evolution of Masculinity: A Changing Paradigm
In this era of emancipation, the vitality of traditionally masculine qualities is waning, while others are becoming increasingly socially reprehensible. As a result, men are not only losing their masculinity, but they are also being condemned as a species to extinction.
The Role of Change Society and the media still impose a stable gender model of behavior on men that has been prevalent for centuries. Men must be strong, confident, active, and assertive. However, due to the changed position of women in the twenty-first century, such stereotypes are less and less sustainable. Economic, social, and cultural shifts in recent decades have devalued the position of the stronger sex, which is increasingly displaced by women from typically male niches.
For instance, women are doing remarkably well as CEOs of large corporations, acting more flexibly and practically than their male counterparts. Additionally, women in developed countries are actively competing with men in earning money. For example, in Portugal, the annual income of the fairer sex is 91% of the annual earning of men, while in Italy, it is even higher at 95%.
The concept of masculinity in the modern world is in a state of constant flux. The aggressiveness that modern men inherited from their hunter ancestors no longer plays a decisive role in business or other spheres of life. Men who act diplomatically and in a balanced manner are much more successful.
Farewell to Alpha-Males Thanks to feminists, typical masculine attitudes, such as dominance and sexism, are no longer simply rejected in society, but outlawed. The reassessment of gender roles has been aided by psychology. The concept of "toxic masculinity," which encompasses all the negative models of male behavior, has become firmly established in Europe and North America.
This concept includes homophobia, misogyny, excessive desire for power, unhealthy rivalry, intimidation of others, as well as various forms of harassment, sexual and domestic violence among its "toxic" qualities. One typical example of "toxic masculinity" is the image of the alpha male, whose side manifestations are a tendency to addictions, from promiscuity to alcoholism and drug addiction.
Peter Ness, the author of "Popular Science," notes that many members of the stronger sex still consider the qualities that are called "toxic" in psychology as a necessary attribute of true manhood. After all, from their point of view, such qualities are determined by evolution itself and are necessary for the survival of the species.
At Our Own Risk Nonetheless, recent studies show that men with traits of "toxic masculinity" are more prone than others to various psychological disorders, including depression, stress, addiction, and asocial behavior. The changing paradigm of masculinity, with the increasing emphasis on positive, non-toxic attributes, is necessary for the betterment of both men and women. It is time for men to redefine what it means to be masculine, breaking free from the constraints of toxic attitudes and behaviors.
In the realm of psychology, Joel Wong, an esteemed adjunct professor at Indiana University, has outlined several aspects of "toxic masculinity" that he believes have a pernicious impact on men's mental health. Wong's analysis elucidates the devastating effects of "sexism," dominance, and overestimation.
In Wong's view, the antiquated notion that men could harass women with impunity has long since been relegated to the annals of history. However, he posits that the male proclivity towards excessive intrusiveness towards the weaker sex may still pose a significant threat to men, both in terms of public censure and the deleterious impact it can have on their own well-being.
Additionally, Wong argues that the overestimation of men's own abilities in society is a pernicious manifestation of "toxic masculinity." In his research, Wong has found that men who choose to rely solely on their own strength, without heeding the importance of collaboration and cooperation, are more likely to suffer from emotional exhaustion and other mental health disorders.
Ronald Levant, a highly respected psychology professor at the University of Akron, has observed that as society imposes restrictions on "toxic masculinity," men are compelled to adapt their behavior to conform to acceptable norms. This trend is more prevalent among the younger generation, while older generations may continue to cling to traditional values.
Looking towards the future, it is plausible that men may not only lose some of the masculine qualities that have been deemed "toxic," but may ultimately face extinction as a species. While this is not directly linked to the ongoing gender revolution, Australian geneticist Jenny Graves has posited that the number of boys being born is steadily declining, and in approximately 5 million years, they may cease to be born altogether.
Graves attributes this phenomenon to destructive processes that are occurring within the Y-chromosome, which has lost approximately 90% of its genes since the dawn of human existence. Although it is unclear how the loss of genes is impacting men's physical and psychological traits, Professor Brian Sykes of Oxford University has stated that gene mutation is stripping the male species of many of the defining masculine features bestowed upon them by evolution. According to Sykes, approximately 5 out of every 100 thousand boys are born with de La Chapelle syndrome, which manifests itself in the absence of the Y chromosome. These men possess feminine physical characteristics and a feminine demeanor, and are unable to procreate. Sykes posits that the maximum lifespan of men on this planet is likely no more than 125 thousand years.
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