HealthyGamerGG The Biggest Skill Issue For Men
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May 4, 2024 Dr. K discusses the lack of emotional skills in men, how they seek support from ex-partners, navigating emotional expression, accountability, and embracing personal growth through acceptance.
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Over-Reliance on Women for Emotional Support
- Men primarily rely on female romantic partners for emotional support.
- This over-reliance leads to increased suicidal risk for men after breakups.
Unsupportive Response to Emotional Vulnerability
- A man confided in a male friend about depression, but his friend responded dismissively.
- The man felt vulnerable and unsupported, highlighting men's difficulty with emotional expression.
Communicating Emotional Needs to Men
- Learn a different language to communicate emotional needs to other men.
- Ask for help thinking through emotions to avoid instrumental support responses.