Boys Have Eating Disorders, Too. Doctors Think Social Media Is Making It Worse.
Boys are so often left out of the conversation about eating disorders and the potential impact of social media on body image.
The Beauty Myth for Boys
This is a terrific piece, penned by my friend and colleague, Cara Natterson, MD about the importance of talking with boys about body...
When Middle Schoolers Say #MeToo
I just read this important piece by Rachel Simmons about the childhood roots of sexual harassment. Can we agree to stop using phrases...
Don't Talk to Your Sons About Sex -- Talk to Them About This Instead
Let's change the script for boys-- they deserve meaningful conversations about sex. "Teenage boys are inherently capable of having rich...
Top 6 Tips for Parenting Tween Boys
These are great tips for parenting boys as they enter adolescence. Especially Tip #4. I'm here to say that Tip #4 is critical!
Boys and Body Image
Interesting presentations on Eating Disorders, Body Dysmorphia and Self-Image by UCLA Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital this morning. I...
8 Tips for Moms on Talking to Your Son About Puberty, from Dads
I talk about all of this, and so much more, in my "Puberty Prep" seminars! Contact me if you are interested in hosting a talk for a group...