Boys Adrift

<P><B>American boys are failing to meet their potential—the author of the </B><I><B>New York Times</B></I><B> bestseller </B><I><B>The Collapse of Parenting</B></I><B> explains why, and what we can do about it, in this updated edition.</B></P><P>A growing proportion of American boys are failing. From kindergarten to college, boys are becoming less resilient and less ambitious, and the gender gap in college attendance and graduation rates has widened dramatically. In this fully updated edition, Dr. Leonard Sax draws on scientific literature and more than thirty years of clinical experience to explain why boys and young men are failing in school and disengaged at work.</P><P>Sax identifies six key factors: schools unfriendly to boys; video games; medications for ADHD; environmental toxins; the devaluation of masculinity; and, in brand-new material, the combined forces of pornography, AI, and the manosphere. Throughout, Sax presents practical solutions, sharing strategies that educators have found effective in reengaging boys at school, as well as crucial guidance for parents about everything from selecting a school to preparing a meal.</P><P>A powerful call to action, <I>Boys Adrift </I>is essential reading for parents and educators who want to build a brighter future for America’s sons.</P>