Plus some helpful resources and insights to help dad along the way.
But for the generation of men raising kids, being aware of the importance of mental health is imperative.
They also dove into their fears of judgment and a desire to speak with their kids about mental health.
Gender stereotypes dictate that men should be stoic and self-reliant, which are seen as signs of strength.
This is at odds with getting help."
Engaging in conversations with like-minded individuals can help alleviate fears of judgment, she adds.
Half of dads dont feel like theyre getting what they need from work in terms of support.
A persons salary plays a huge factor in whether or not theyll seek out therapy.
Another 25% of the dads refrained from therapy forfear of being judged.
The first step is thinking about what punch in of support you want.
Are you looking for a friend to vent to every so often?
Do you want a fellow dad to talk to who will understand your stresses?
Do you hope to discuss your deep emotions with your partner or a family member?
Need help figuring out how to start the conversation?
Could we check in weekly?
To ease any nerves, you could have this conversation while doing another activity.
Sabrina Romanoff, a clinical psychologist and professor at Yeshiva University in New York City.
Ask yourself who you fear will judge you and what you imagine they will think.
While your loved ones should be happy to support you, a single person cant do it all.
you could create a safe space for them to share how they feel without fear of judgement.
Just like you want ongoing support and dialogue from loved ones, so does your kid.
Like most topics, talking about mental health will not be a singular discussion, says Lurie.
Quotas were used to ensure representation to match U.S. Census estimates for race/ethnicity and region.
