#98 Vincent Mancini: We are erasing the word 'Father' from the manual of life

Is it ever too late to change your child’s future? In this episode, we sit down with clinical psychologist and child health researcher Vincent to pull back the curtain on the "hidden" systems that shape a child's mental health. From the biological "superpowers" of fathers to the devastating long-term impact of parental alienation, this conversation is a masterclass in modern parenting and developmental science. We dive deep into why the "wait and see" approach to mental health is costing our children their future, and why Vincent believes the most critical intervention happens before a child is even born. If you’ve ever wondered if you’ve "missed the boat" on your child’s development, or why fathers are the fastest-growing household demographic in Australia, this episode is for you. Key Topics We Discuss: -The "Naive" Mistake: Why working with teenagers isn't actually "early" intervention. -Parental Alienation: The psychological cost of using children as "messengers" in divorce. -The $4 Rule: The staggering Return on Investment (ROI) of child health research. -Fatherhood Superpowers: Why "Rough and Tumble" play is a biological necessity for social boundaries. -The Policy Gap: Why the word "Father" is being erased from public health documents—and why that’s dangerous. ------------------------------- Disclaimer: This video is created for educational and informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the guest are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the channel. We have no intention to disrespect, defame, or cause harm to any person, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. Our sole purpose is to share insights that may help the audience gain perspective and make informed decisions. WA International Women's Day 2026 - Leaders Breakfast Event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wa-international-womens-day-2026-leaders-breakfast-event-tickets-1603592300739?aff=oddtdtcreator National Child & Family Safety Leadership Summit 2026 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-child-family-safety-leadership-summit-2026-tickets-1964610685446?aff=oddtdtcreator To know more, Follow Dev Singh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev_singh_aus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dev.singh.official Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VTaolqK4PAL1t1rLUoHnE Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dev-singh/id1812396601 Tap the Link. If you like what Dev is wearing, book an appointment with yourself. https://lnkd.in/gAY743-C