Episode 221

Professor Ben Hine joins Something For Everybody this week. Ben is a Professor of Applied Psychology at the University of West London; Co-founder of the Men and Boys Coalition; Leader the Evidence-Based Domestic Abuse Research Network (EBDARN); and researcher & speaker on a variety of gendered issues.

In this conversation, Dr. Ben discusses his personal journey of discovering parental alienation and its impact on his relationship with his father. He explains how his work in psychology led him to explore this topic and how it transformed his understanding of his own experiences. Ben defines parental alienation and discusses its history and prevalence. He also addresses the challenges in dealing with men’s mental health and the need for more empathy and positive conversations. Overall, this conversation highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing the issues faced by men and boys. 

Big Takeaways: 

• Parental alienation can have a significant impact on the relationship between a child and their parent, leading to emotional distress and strained connections.
• Men’s mental health is often overlooked and stigmatized, and there is a lack of empathy and understanding surrounding men’s issues.
• Expanding the definition of masculinity and promoting positive conversations can help address the challenges faced by men and boys.