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Why Some Men Struggle to Keep Up With Friendships
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TL;DR
- Andrew McCarthy questioned the nature of his friendships due to infrequent contact.
- A 2021 survey indicated that 15% of men reported having no close friends, a rise from 3% in 1990.
- Fewer than half of men expressed satisfaction with the number of friends they have.
- Maintaining friendships is challenging due to work, family, and life demands.
- Social stigma associated with male vulnerability can exacerbate friendship difficulties.
- The article touches upon the decline of male friendships and ways to reimagine these bonds.