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Oct 2019
46m 10s

The Lonely American Man

Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam
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Boys get the message at a young age: don't show your feelings. Don't rely on anyone. This week, we bring you a favorite 2018 episode about misguided notions of masculinity in the United States. We explore how these notions create stressed-out romantic relationships, physical health problems, and a growing epidemic of loneliness. Plus, we consider how we migh ... Show More
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