Boys want more positive masculinity. Here’s what that looks like.

New research from UCLA's Center for Scholars & Storytellers finds that kids want to see more affectionate, vulnerable men and dads.

February 27, 2026

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Adolescence, better boys, boys, Caroline Hayes, Center for Scholars and Storytellers, CSS, Dads, Equimundo, Fathers, Guy Toubes, Kidscreen Summit, UCLA, Yalda Uhls

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Boys want more positive masculinity. Here’s what that looks like.

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New research from UCLA's Center for Scholars & Storytellers finds that kids want to see more affectionate, vulnerable men and dads.

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