Challenging Casanova
Beyond the Stereotype of the Promiscuous Young Male

In his new groundbreaking book, noted expert on teenage and adult masculine behavior Andrew Smiler debunks the myth that teenage boys and young men are barely able to control their sex drives, which may lead to destructive hyper-sexuality, unwanted pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases. Dr. Smilers goal is to help us all recognize that boys sexual development is multi-faceted and to give us the tools we need to keep the stereotype from becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy.  The author also shows how this shift in attitude could help create young men who are more mature, and have better relationships with partners and friends. Explains how the Casanova Complex has developed over time and how it can hurt young males  Provides the latest research-based information on male sexuality, pulling from many sources, including the authors own studies. Offers guidance for parents and counselors of boys who want to help them develop lasting and meaningful relationships, as well as for the parents of girls who are dating. This book dismantles the stereotypes of boys as driven only by an obsession with having intercourse with multiple partners, and calls for deeper growth and understanding of modern masculinity.