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Historically, societies fostered male-only spaces—like fraternities, clubs, or sporting groups—that offered men outlets for friendship and emotional sharing. The decline of these environments has coincided with the rise of "mankeeping" narratives, contributing to a male loneliness epidemic. Scholars argue that modern social infrastructure neglects men’s emotional needs and discourages close male friendships, thereby increasing their reliance on romantic partners as primary emotional support sources.