The Psychology of your 20s 329. The psychology of the male loneliness epidemic
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Sep 4, 2025 The podcast dives into the male loneliness epidemic, offering an evidence-based perspective on this pressing issue. It explores how societal structures impact loneliness and challenges the notion that men are the lonelier gender. The discussion highlights the harmful narratives from the manosphere and the importance of diverse social networks in fostering connections. It emphasizes the need for open conversations and proactive measures to combat isolation, while also addressing the broader societal implications of loneliness for everyone.
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Loneliness Is A Public-Health Crisis
- Loneliness has become an international health emergency with serious physical and mental consequences.
- Young people report high rates of loneliness, contradicting myths that only older adults suffer most.
Male-Specific Claims Don’t Match Data
- The labelled "male loneliness epidemic" claims men are lonelier due to dating failures but the data doesn't support a male-specific excess.
- Multiple large studies show women report equal or greater loneliness than men.
Accountability, Not Just Loneliness
- Jemma reframes the male loneliness narrative as often an accountability issue rather than pure loneliness.
- Some men frame rejection as external blame instead of taking personal responsibility for change.