What's happening to boys? At home, they sprawl before a flickering screen, lost in a fantasy world; at school, they’re either nerd or thug, bullied or bullying. By the time they’re teenagers, they’re at high risk for depression, self-harm, and drug or alcohol abuse. Sue Palmer (Toxic Childhood) assesses the situation and explains how we can protect boys from the damaging effects of modern life and help them emerge as healthy adults. Based on the latest research from around the world, 21st Century Boys provides parents, teachers and others with a solution to one of today’s most pressing problems.