About Andrew Smiler

Andrew Smiler, PhD is the author of “Challenging Casanova: Beyond the stereotype of promiscuous young male sexuality” (Jossey-Bass, Fall, 2012). He is a visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC and past president of the Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinity. His sexuality research focuses on normative aspects of sexual development, such as age and perception of first kiss, first “serious” relationship, and first intercourse among 15-25 year olds. He also studies definitions of masculinity. Follow him @AndrewSmiler.

Happy Egalitarian Valentine’s Day!

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Andrew Smiler insists that we need to reframe Valentine’s Day to make it less about buying jewelry for ladies, and more about expressing love for one another.

New Year’s Resolution: Change ‘The Talk” into the Conversation

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Andrew Smiler impores people to talk more openly and consistently about sex and sexuality with their young children.

7 Misconceptions About Male Sexuality

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Think you know everything about male sexuality? Andrew Smiler insists that you probably don’t.

Boys and Men Just Want Sex. Right?

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In reality, most male undergraduates don’t have—or want—multiple sex partners.

Challenging Casanova: Beyond the Stereotype of the Promiscuous Young Male [Excerpt]

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Andrew Smiler, with some very unconventional wisdom about young men and sexuality.

Plastic Surgery: It’s Not Just for Women Anymore

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More men are having liposuction, Botox injections, laser hair removal, and other cosmetic procedures.

Helping Guys Understand Relationships without Watching “Chick Flicks”: Advice for Parents

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Parents can help prepare boys for all kinds of relationships by examining those in the sports world.

The Good Men of ‘The Hunger Games’

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Are there role models for boys in “The Hunger Games”? Andrew Smiler presents a guide to the men and boys of the popular trilogy.

10 Tips for Helping Men Talk About Their Problems

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Andrew Smiler has professional advice for you, if you find yourself counseling men.

Men and Mass Shootings

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Andrew Smiler believes that if we are to change the odds on these rampage killings, we might want to start by changing the messages we send to men and boys.

Seeking a Male Anthem – 2nd Verse

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Andrew Smiler lists the nominees for a “Male Anthem” and asks readers to vote for your favorites.

Seeking a Male Anthem

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Andrew Smiler wonders why there has never been a true “male anthem” in popular music.

Marriage Equality: Making it Their Special Day

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“Today, I think most marriages aim for equality. Let’s move away from making it her special day and start making it their special day.”

Are We Afraid Of Men In Love?

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Despite what the media shows us, Andrew Smiler insists that very few guys are in relationships just for the sex.

Masculinity’s Quiet Usefulness

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What about all the men who go about their business, doing a daily job, working every day just because that’s what needs to be done?