Outdoor Life (avoid self-abuse)

Outdoor Life (avoid self-abuse)

1. Athletics. 2. Abundant outdoor life. 3. Wholesome companions. 4. Lots of good fun. 5. Constant employment. 6. Will power will help a boy break the habit called "self-abuse" (in case he has acquired the habit) and recover from any harm it may have done. This habit does not produce the terrible effects some ignorant people say it does. Most boys who have abused themselves stop before any great harm is done. Self-abuse may, however, sseriously hinder a boy's progress toward vigorous manhood. It is a selfish, childish, stupid habit. The strong boy will "cut it out."

1922

American Social Health Association

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