Teenage boys are in crisis. The creators of Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ want adults to pay attention

In one scene in the series, psychiatrist Briony, played by Erin Doherty, visits the 13-year-old and offers him a hot chocolate and half of her cheese and pickle sandwich.

‘Adolescence’ Wakes Us Up to the Plight of Young Boys

The Netflix hit has captured concerns about toxic masculinity and troubled teens. The challenge now is what to do about it.

We Can’t Allow Racism To Distract From Adolescence’s Crucial Message

When I finished watching 'Adolescence', I expected social media discussions to explore the show’s nuanced portrayal of how social media, the Manosphere, and red pill ideology influence young boys and men. But instead, I was shocked to see my feeds flooded with criticism — not of the show’s themes, but of the choice to centre a young, white, working-class boy as the protagonist.

'Adolescence': How young men are being radicalised by social media

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer supports a campaign for TV series ‘Adolescence’ to be shown in schools to combat an alarming rise in toxic masculinity and violence.

The series that will keep parents awake at night

Netflix's Adolescence confronts dark online cultures and misogyny, mirroring recent Australian events. Learn more about its impact.

Erin Doherty of ‘Adolescence’ Isn’t Done Asking the Hard Questions

“I’ve never been a part of something that is so necessary and of its time,” Doherty says of her role in Netflix’s harrowing new drama.