Tag: mental health issues
Domestic Violence, Mental Health, and Lemon Pepper Wings
We should be teaching boys that masculinity without emotional honesty is a danger. We should be teaching girls that love should never require fear. We should be teaching co-parents that unmanaged conflict can become generational trauma. And we should be teaching communities how to spot a person in crisis before we get in line at someone’s funeral.
We also need to be honest enough to say something else: Many men have never been taught how to handle rejection, shame, powerlessness, heartbreak, or fear. They’ve been taught, instead, how to posture, perform, possess, suppress, joke, deflect, drink, and disappear. And if all else fails, they’re taught to explode.
Taking Care of Your Mental Health: An Open Letter to Young Fathers
New fatherhood is a rollercoaster, and it’s okay if some days feel like you’re clenching the safety bar with both hands. Your mental health isn’t separate from this ride; it is the seatbelt that keeps you in the car.
If your mood feels stuck — anger that won’t cool down, sadness that won’t lift, anxiety that pins you to the mattress — talk to someone. Just as we practice for a trade or a sport, counseling helps us develop mental and emotional skills for partnerships, parenting, and work.
What Kept Me Here: My Story of Suicide, Hope, and Worth
You are not your worst day, your red numbers, your divorce decree, your diagnosis, your court date, or your secret. You are not the sum of your disappointments. You are a father, a mother, a child, a friend, a builder, a teacher, a maker of ordinary miracles. Your name is needed in rooms you haven’t walked into yet.
Left Behind No More: A Call to Action for Our Boys, Our Fathers, and Our Future
The data is in, and the alarm has sounded: Society is leaving our boys behind. So how can we help them thrive? Re-engaging fathers may be the single most powerful strategy we have.
The Silent Struggle: Fathers Facing Stress, Depression, and Loneliness During the Holiday Season
For all its joy and celebration, the holiday season can be a lonely and challenging time for fathers separated from their children. Whether due to scheduling or the heartbreak of parental alienation, these fathers often navigate their pain in silence. By recognizing the reality of their struggles and taking steps to support them, we can bring light to a complex subject and promote healing for fathers, children, and families alike.
Breaking the Silence: A Deep Dive into Men’s Grief and the Path to Healing
Breaking the Silence” explores the often overlooked terrain of men’s grief, shedding light on the societal barriers that silence their sorrow. Through expert insights and personal stories, this article delves into the complexity of male emotional expression, offering a beacon of hope and pathways toward understanding and healing.
The Importance of Fathers Recognizing Mental Health: Lessons from “Why Fathers Cry at Night” and Other Personal Narratives
Personal narratives, like the heartfelt memoir “Why Fathers Cry at Night” by Kwame Alexander, can serve as valuable resources for fathers seeking support and understanding.