A regular GMP contributor discusses his own troubled childhood and argues that society might be better served with a single Caregiver’s Day intended to acknowledge the contributions of all the people who have an impact on a child’s well-being.
Holding Sadie: A Father Hits Bottom and Returns to Happiness
June 15, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Ryan Phillips had to lose everything he had before he understood what was truly important.
An Open Letter to Anyone Considering Suicide
June 13, 2013 by 4 Comments
Andrew Lawes—like so many of us—knows what it is like to be on the brink of despair. He hopes his words will connect with those who need it most.
JedCampus Initiative: Assessing Emotional Support Services at School
June 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Though most schools have mental health services, not all are created equal; the Jed Foundation wants to assess the services of different schools so that they can make informed suggestions to incoming college students who need or desire exceptional emotional support resources.
Re-Humanizing Male Support Systems: The 3 a.m. Card
June 11, 2013 by 5 Comments
In our darkest hours, it is important to have an emergency support system, and though it can be hard, sometimes we need to be able to let go of our pride and let in those closest to us.
Why Men Need Balls for Dealing With Grief [Video]
June 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Geoff Warburton suggests aiming for compassion rather than stoicism to men dealing with loss…
An Open Letter About High School Bullies and Self-Medicating With Movies
May 25, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Sean Hackett knows what it’s like to be uncool. He turned it into art. Here he helps a fellow underdog, also bullied.
Call the Doctor! Our Guys Are Drowning!
May 25, 2013 by 1 Comment
Dennis Barbour examines why boys and men aren’t getting the health care they need.
Students Victimized for Perceived Sexual Orientation
May 22, 2013 by 1 Comment
A new study finds that students bullied because they are believed to be gay are much more likely than others to be suicidal and depressed.
The Best Man Money Could Buy
May 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Ernie R writes to The Good Life of two best men: his own, and himself.
What Good Is Gratitude When the World Is Tearing Apart?
May 18, 2013 by 5 Comments
When destruction threatens our ability to hope, gratitude is a balm.
Dirty Little Secrets: Men, Trauma, and Mental Health
May 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment
After his father was declared an enemy of the state in Uganda, his family fled. Now a successful consultant and men’s group leader, Kenny D’Cruz continues to heal from a life marked by persecution and mental illness.
Should You Tell Your Girlfriend, Wife, Partner, Family and Friends that You’re Suffering with Mental Illness?
May 13, 2013 by 25 Comments
Andy Behrman knows firsthand that for men, there are few things more taboo than admitting to mental illness.
How to Support a Loved One Who Is Dealing with Depression
May 12, 2013 by 5 Comments
What to do—and what not to do—to be supportive, and when to get more help—for your depressed loved one and for yourself.
Be a Man. (Even if it Kills You.)
May 11, 2013 by 4 Comments
Mitchell Fink tried to do all the things he thought he was supposed to do as a man. Until he found himself depressed, alone, unable to ask for help — and suicidal.
Men Helping Men: Can We Help Reduce the Suicide Rates Among Males?
May 10, 2013 by 45 Comments
Dr. Adam Sheck notes that the general trend has been toward men leaving the profession of psychotherapy. Is this contributing to men’s growing suicide rates?
“Caregiver day is a wonderful idea, becase when you love your children, every day is a day you get to be with and celebrate them.”
This is a comment by CJ on the post “What to the Child of Domestic Violence is Father’s Day?”