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EPISODE · Jan 19, 2026 · 23 MIN

Saving Our Veterans: The Shocking New Trend In Military Suicide | Masculine Depression: A Father’s Journey Through Postpartum Depression

from In Good Health · host Kristen Farrah, Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson, Dr. Sheehan Fisher, AURN, Maayan Voss de Bettancourt, Todd Burnett, Jeffrey Howard

Saving Our Veterans: The Shocking New Trend In Military SuicideAfter decades of rising veteran suicide rates, new research has revealed a dramatic downward trend since the pandemic. While various outreach programs and expanded crisis resources appear to be working, experts are now racing to identify which specific initiatives are driving this life-saving shift. Our guests discuss how community partnerships and early intervention strategies are successfully reaching those most at risk.Guests: Jeffrey Howard, professor of public health, University of Texas at San Antonio; Todd Burnett, PsyD, acting executive director, VA Office of Suicide PreventionHost: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah   Masculine Depression: A Father’s Journey Through Postpartum DepressionWhile conversations surrounding postpartum depression often focus on mothers, a significant number of men are also struggling with this condition – now recognized as paternal postpartum depression. Experts note that as fathers take on more active parenting roles, they face an increased risk of depression between three and six months after a child's birth. Dr. Sheehan Fisher explains the growing need for paternal mental health education and the vital resources available to help new dads navigate this challenging transition.Guests: Dr. Sheehan Fisher, associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of MedicineHost: Greg JohnsonProducers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeffrey Howard and Todd Burnett discuss how community partnerships and early intervention strategies are successfully reaching those most at risk. Then, While conversations surrounding postpartum depression often focus on mothers, a significant number of men are also struggling with Postpartum Depression. Dr. Sheehan Fisher explains the growing need for paternal mental health education and the vital resources available to help new dads navigate this challenging transition.

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