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A women's studies professor reflects on an unintended consequence of modern gender discourse: many young men, especially conscientious ones, have become increasingly silent, withdrawn, and reluctant to engage with women or discussions about gender. The video argues that teachings about power dynamics, privilege, consent, and harassment—while often well-intentioned—have sometimes left men feeling that normal interactions carry significant social risk. According to the professor, this has contributed to declining participation in gender studies, reduced mentorship and cross-gender interaction, and growing loneliness among young men. The core argument isn't that feminism is wrong, but that current approaches may lack positive frameworks for male engagement, creating a climate where some men feel safer withdrawing than participating. The professor sees this as an unintended paradox of efforts aimed at creating safer and more equitable environments.