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#234 The Silent Struggle Of Dads with Dr Zac

This Men's Health Week (from June 15), we're turning the spotlight onto dads. Because when's the last time you asked a new father how he's really doing?

Findings from Movember's More Than A Provider report reveal that 1 in 5 dads feel more isolated or lonely since having kids. The study also found that fathers are 2–3 times more likely to experience mental health challenges than the average man.

In this episode, the boys sit down with Dr Zac Seidler — a clinical psychologist, leading men's mental health researcher, and new dad himself — to unpack what men are really going through behind closed doors.

The conversation explores the identity shift that comes with fatherhood, the challenges many dads face in staying connected, and why simple things like sport, friendship and community can have such a profound impact on men's wellbeing, relationships and longevity.

It’s a raw, honest and incredibly important chat that every parent (mum or dad) can take something from.

A huge thank you to Movember for the incredible work they do supporting men's health and for helping make this important conversation possible.

If you're struggling and need to speak with someone immediately, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. If you're ever worried that someone's life is in immediate danger, call 000 or go directly to emergency services.

If you need a shoulder to cry on:

Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/

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Hosts: Matty J & Ash Wicks

Guest: Dr Zac Seidler

Producer: Vic

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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