Sharpening Some Iron

Psychological and spiritual wellness for men and fathers.

Parenting

Why Some Dads Believe in Their Parenting Skills—and Others Don't

Anthony J. Nedelman Ph.D. on August 12, 2022

New research examines factors that lead fathers to be confident in their abilities as parents.

New research examines factors that lead fathers to be confident in their abilities as parents.

Anxiety

The Decision to Try Therapy Can Be Difficult for Men

Anthony J. Nedelman Ph.D. on May 12, 2022

Men, we worry about a lot of things. Don't let your worries lead you to choose a therapist that will not be a good fit for your needs.

Men, we worry about a lot of things. Don't let your worries lead you to choose a therapist that will not be a good fit for your needs.

Sex

Disturbing Findings on the Sexual Victimization of Men with Mental Illness

Anthony J. Nedelman Ph.D. on February 23, 2022

Sexual violence is a public health and human rights violation, and women are not the only victims.

Sexual violence is a public health and human rights violation, and women are not the only victims.

Health

How Men’s Mental Health Impacts Their Families

Anthony J. Nedelman Ph.D. on January 11, 2022

Men don't exist in a vacuum. Their mental health affects loved ones even when they try to bury their problems.

Men don't exist in a vacuum. Their mental health affects loved ones even when they try to bury their problems.

Stress

Reducing Seasonal Stress: Men’s Edition

Anthony J. Nedelman Ph.D. on December 23, 2021

Men have seasonal stress too. A few quick things to keep in mind can keep your holiday enjoyable.

Men have seasonal stress too. A few quick things to keep in mind can keep your holiday enjoyable.

Postpartum Depression

Postpartum Depression and Anxiety… in Fathers?

Anthony J. Nedelman Ph.D. on December 7, 2021

Mental health changes can easily leave new fathers feeling depressed, anxious, and alone. It's time to start addressing dads' mental health.

Mental health changes can easily leave new fathers feeling depressed, anxious, and alone. It's time to start addressing dads' mental health.

Attention

A Renewed Focus on Men’s Mental Health

Anthony J. Nedelman Ph.D. on November 28, 2021

Men's mental health is on the decline. Let's work together, support each other, and change that.

Men's mental health is on the decline. Let's work together, support each other, and change that.