Men’s Mental Health, Toxic Masculinity, and How Men Can Challenge Stereotypes and Embrace Reality

from Healthy Chicago Podcast · host Chicago Department of Public Health

On this episode, Dr. Francisco Rodriguez (CDPH Director of Mental Health Clinics) speaks with Donald “DJ” Watson (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Fables CEC) about themes surrounding men’s mental health. The conversation covers toxic masculinity, stereotypes vs. reality, cultural differences in masculinity, and how men can acknowledge personal challenges and ask for help.DJ Watson can be reached for counseling and therapy services at FablesCEC.com.

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