Summary of Cara Natterson's Decoding Boys

By IRB Media

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book.

#1 It’s time for parents to let go of their preconceived notions that their sons don’t want to talk. Talking to your sons about puberty and the enormous physical, social, and emotional shifts that go along with it is crucial.

#2 To have a conversation with your son, you will need to start it by talking out loud to him. Don’t just dispense wisdom, but ask what he thinks. Avoid eye contact and turn off devices. Grab teachable moments and explain why without lecturing.

#3 There are going to be some things your child just doesn’t want to talk about with you. Plan for that and find someone who can give advice on the important stuff. Take do-overs when you make mistakes.

#4 Testosterone is the hormone that is responsible for aggression and risk-taking, muscle bulking, and sex drive. It is also responsible for the formation of male body parts in the developing fetus, as well as sex drive and erections.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IRB Media
• Release date: Apr 12, 2022
• ISBN: 9781669385028

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Insights from Chapter 1

#1

It’s time for parents to let go of their preconceived notions that their sons don’t want to talk. Talking to your sons about puberty and the enormous physical, social, and emotional shifts that go along with it is crucial.

#2

To have a conversation with your son, you will need to start it by talking out loud to him. Don’t just dispense wisdom, but ask what he thinks. Avoid eye contact and turn off devices. Grab teachable moments and explain why without lecturing.

#3

There are going to be some things your child just doesn’t want to talk about with you. Plan for that and find someone who can give advice on the important stuff. Take do-overs when you make mistakes.

#4

Testosterone is the hormone that is responsible for aggression and risk-taking, muscle bulking, and sex drive. It is also responsible for the formation of male body parts in the developing fetus, as well as sex drive and erections.

#5

Testosterone is a hormone that is produced by the testicles, and it helps with the structure and function of boy parts. It is responsible for the sexual development of boys, and it lies low for several years after infancy.

#6

The puberty process in boys is triggered by the rise in GnRH, which resets the brain’s sensitivity to testosterone. The adrenal androgens, produced in the adrenal glands, have a direct effect on the hair follicles and increase the production of oil and sweat.

#7

Testosterone is the male hormone, and