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Mark Williams bcah, a mental health campaigner for fathers, Author and keynote speaker shares his personal experience with mental health and the challenges he faced as a father.
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https://www.instagram.com/mark_williams_bcah?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
https://howareyoudad.co.uk/
He discusses the impact of ADHD on his life and the lack of understanding and support he received in school.
Mark opens up about the traumatic birth of his child and the postnatal trauma he and his wife experienced. He also explores the self-harm through substances and coping mechanisms he used during this difficult time. Mark highlights the stigma and lack of support for fathers in terms of mental health and emphasises the importance of bonding and attachment in fatherhood.
This conversation explores the impact of parenthood on relationships and the trauma of birth. It emphasizes the importance of bonding and attachment, as well as the effects of birth trauma on fathers. The conversation also highlights the need for support and the creation of safe spaces for parents. It discusses the changing dynamics of society and parenting, as well as the impact of social media on parenthood.
In this conversation, Mark Williams discusses the journey of fatherhood and the importance of reaching out for support. He shares resources for support and talks about his experience writing books and making films. Mark also highlights the significance of International Father's Mental Health Day and the need for advocacy and change.
He emphasizes the impact of trauma on fathers and the importance of holistic mental health treatment. Mark discusses the challenges of time anxiety and the pressure of fatherhood. He shares his plans for the future and the importance of inspiring young people to seek help.
Thank you to our episode sponsors
Brewers Decorating Centres
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By Russell PayneMark Williams bcah, a mental health campaigner for fathers, Author and keynote speaker shares his personal experience with mental health and the challenges he faced as a father.
Find Mark -
https://www.instagram.com/mark_williams_bcah?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
https://howareyoudad.co.uk/
He discusses the impact of ADHD on his life and the lack of understanding and support he received in school.
Mark opens up about the traumatic birth of his child and the postnatal trauma he and his wife experienced. He also explores the self-harm through substances and coping mechanisms he used during this difficult time. Mark highlights the stigma and lack of support for fathers in terms of mental health and emphasises the importance of bonding and attachment in fatherhood.
This conversation explores the impact of parenthood on relationships and the trauma of birth. It emphasizes the importance of bonding and attachment, as well as the effects of birth trauma on fathers. The conversation also highlights the need for support and the creation of safe spaces for parents. It discusses the changing dynamics of society and parenting, as well as the impact of social media on parenthood.
In this conversation, Mark Williams discusses the journey of fatherhood and the importance of reaching out for support. He shares resources for support and talks about his experience writing books and making films. Mark also highlights the significance of International Father's Mental Health Day and the need for advocacy and change.
He emphasizes the impact of trauma on fathers and the importance of holistic mental health treatment. Mark discusses the challenges of time anxiety and the pressure of fatherhood. He shares his plans for the future and the importance of inspiring young people to seek help.
Thank you to our episode sponsors
Brewers Decorating Centres
Creative Branding workwear
www.brewers.co.uk
www.creativebrandingworkwear.com

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