Awake at the Wheel
Join Clinical Psychologist Dr. Oren Amitay and Registered Psychotherapist Malini Ondrovcik each week as they tackle hot-button issues from every angle. With sharp clinical insights, lived experience, and a bit of out-of-the-box thinking, Malini and Oren dive deep into today’s social and psychological trends, leaving you ready to form your own take.
Malini runs a multidisciplinary clinic and specializes in trauma, ADHD, anxiety, chronic pain, and more, with a strong focus on culturally competent care. She’s worked extensively with first responders and even serves as an expert witness in trauma cases.
Dr. Amitay brings nearly 30 years of expertise in therapy, assessment, and university lecturing, focusing on mood, personality, and relationship issues. He’s a frequent expert witness, well-versed in psychological evaluations, and has a few academic publications under his belt.
Get ready for lively discussions, and insightful perspectives.
Awake at the Wheel
Fatherhood: The Need for Positive Masculinity
In this conversation, Malini Ondrovcik and Dr. Oren Amitay delve into the often overlooked mental health struggles of new fathers, discussing the societal expectations and pressures they face. They explore the impact of feminism on masculinity, the importance of communication in relationships, and the need for a balanced approach to parenting roles. The discussion highlights the detrimental effects of resentment and the necessity for positive representations of fatherhood in media and society.
Takeaways
-10 to 20 percent of new fathers experience depression symptoms.
-Expectations on fathers have increased significantly.
-Raising children is one of the most important roles in life.
-Men often feel inadequate due to societal pressures.
-The portrayal of men in media affects their self-perception.
-Resentment can be detrimental to relationships.
-Communication is key in navigating parenting roles.
-Feminism has influenced perceptions of masculinity.
-Maintaining individual identities is crucial for couples.
-Positive representations of fatherhood are needed in society.
Sound Bites
"10 to 20 percent of new fathers are experiencing symptoms of depression"
"There's less grace, less latitude"
"Raising a child is one of the most important things"
Chapters
00:00 The Unspoken Struggles of New Fathers
02:45 Expectations and Pressures on Modern Fathers
05:48 The Impact of Societal Norms on Fatherhood
09:07 The Role of Feminism in Shaping Masculinity
12:01 Navigating Identity Changes in Fatherhood
14:52 The Importance of Communication and Support
17:59 Resentment and Its Effects on Relationships
20:59 Finding Balance in Parenting Roles
24:09 The Double Standards in Parenting Expectations
26:57 Building Healthy Relationships Beyond Parenting
29:55 The Need for Positive Masculinity
32:58 Concluding Thoughts on Fatherhood and Society
We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your questions to rounds@aatwpodcast.com, tweet us @awakepod, send us a message at facebook.com/awakepod, or leave a comment on this video!
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