Boy Crazy

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The book explores the divergent paths men and women take during their sexual awakening in adolescence, drawing on a study of students' memories and dreams. It presents vignettes from fiction and film alongside the author's therapeutic experiences, highlighting how both genders often idealize male figures as heroic saviors. With a focus on developmental and clinical psychology, it integrates Freudian, Jungian, and feminist theories, offering insights into the complexities of adolescent identity formation and conflict resolution.