But what about the times when theroles are reversed?
However, statistics and stories like this one paint a very different picture.
Men do experience harassment, and we ought to talk about it more.
Whats more, men are less likely to report such harms and seek formal treatment for them than women.
Many fear their self-image, masculinity, and sexual orientation will be questioned if they do.
One NIH studyfoundthat men usually react to harassment with passivity, acceptance, or minimization.
There are verbal and nonverbal cues that teenagers (and adults as well!)
should look out for.
A simpleNocan be a verbal cue, but changing the topic or making an excuse also counts.
Recognizing nonverbal cues can be a little more difficult.
While its a nice sentiment in theory, it doesnt really take into account what both teens want.
As a teenager, theres probably nothing worse than your mom meddling in your romantic relationships.
What parents should do is similar to the approach the dad in this story had.
Playing a matchmaker for your kid is probably not recommended.
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