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However, critics argue that this narrative oversimplifies gender roles and propagates a false image that traditional masculinity must change to attract women. They contend that women have historically valued traits like strength and protectiveness, which align with traditional masculinity. The idea that masculinity is "changing" is viewed as a societal shift driven not by genuine redefinition, but by women’s shifting attractions influenced by societal pressures and mental health issues such as depression.