Adina Silvestri
Dr. Adina Silvestri
(Encore) I Don’t Want to Talk About It-Book Review
(Encore) I Don’t Want to Talk About It-Book Review
(Encore) I Don’t Want to Talk About It-Book Review
Thursday 17th December 2020
Dr. Adina Silvestri reviews Terry Real's 'I Don’t Want to Talk About It', exploring male depression, societal pressures, and generational impacts.
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Get the buttons here!Unmasking Male Depression: Terry Real's 'I Don’t Want to Talk About It' Reviewed
Unresolved depression can be passed on from father to son, despite one's best intentions, and with this healing, you can affect your children, your children's children, from not going through the pain and suffering that you had to endure, and that's huge.
Ever wondered how deeply societal norms shape male depression? In this episode of 'Atheists in Recovery', Dr. Adina Silvestri takes a deep dive into Terry Real's eye-opening book, 'I Don’t Want to Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression'. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and scientific insights, Adina unpacks five key takeaways that resonate with anyone grappling with depression or supporting someone who is. Dr.
Silvestri begins by discussing how depression can be passed down like a 'chain of pain' from parent to child, affecting generations. She explores the damaging expectation that men should 'rise above' their pain, and the shame that follows when they can't. This episode sheds light on the difference between overt and covert depression, emphasizing how the latter often leads to numbing behaviors like substance abuse. Gender differences in handling depression are also on the table.
Adina highlights how men and women cope differently, and why understanding these differences is crucial for effective support. One of the most gripping parts of the episode is Real's autobiographical thread, where he shares his own journey of breaking free from a toxic legacy. By the end of the episode, Dr. Silvestri calls on listeners to break these chains of depression for themselves and future generations.
If you're looking for a fresh perspective on mental health, or if you know someone who could use some encouragement, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.