Adolescence, the Manosphere, and the Making of Toxic Masculinity
The Netflix drama Adolescence depicts the journey of a 13-year-old boy, Jamie, who, after feeling isolated and rejected, becomes immersed in the toxic “manosphere.” The series highlights the dangers of online radicalization, showcasing how young boys, craving connection, often adopt harmful ideologies influenced by figures like Andrew Tate, leading to emotional crises and distorted masculinity.