Why Civilization is the Worst Mistake in History And How We Can Heal
We’ve bought into the greatest con job in human history. We’ve been taught that civilization is the pinnacle of human achievement and saved us from a life that was solitary, poor, nasty, and brutish as the philosopher Thomas Hobbs described it. In fact, it is civilization that is solitary, poor, nasty, and brutish. We’ve been... CONTINUE READING→
The Women’s Health“Crisis” Delusion?
The recent “pink wave” swept into Congress an unprecedented number of women, many of whom put women’s health high on their list of priorities. There’s no question that much can—and should—be done to improve women’s health. However, there’s also no question that a legislative focus on women’s health continues to ignore a far larger problem:... CONTINUE READING→
Should You Get a Flu Shot If You’re Trying to Conceive?
It’s flu season. And you’re trying to conceive or maybe you’re pregnant. Should you get a flu shot? For those of you who never get the flu, here is the modern definition: A terrible sickness where you feel like you shouldn’t be able to walk, but somehow you can. For about a week, everything is... CONTINUE READING→
Young Men Say They Feel Stuck in a “Man Box”
Despite the decades-long drumbeat for gender equity, young American men still feel strong social pressure to adhere to traditional male roles to be tough, sexually aggressive and controlling, even though most personally don’t believe in the tenets of old-style masculinity. This disconnect between how they feel they should act and how they say they want... CONTINUE READING→
What Makes Male Poverty Unique
Derrick, a 28-year-old Richmond, Ca., man with an associate’s degree, loves his job doing after-school mentoring, tutoring, and coaching sports with elementary students in west Oakland, but with only 21 hours at work each week at $12.50 per hour, he struggles to pay his $1,400 rent and take care of his 1-year-old daughter. “I like... CONTINUE READING→
Celiac Disease: An Autoimmune Disorder
Celiac disease affects 1 in 100 people worldwide (1). It can develop at any age and can lead to serious health problems if left untreated. Currently, the only treatment is a strict, gluten-free diet, therefore early diagnosis is crucial for reducing long term complications. What Causes Celiac Disease? A long-term autoimmune disorder, celiac disease affects... CONTINUE READING→
Millions of Fathers—and Families—Need a Raise
Steven Wilkerson, a former Marine who fought in Iraq and a father of three, makes $8 an hour at a Tampa fast-food restaurant. He usually gets off work and takes the bus home at 10 p.m., too late to see his kids before they go to bed. Wilkerson, 28, is just one of millions of... CONTINUE READING→
The Road to Sobriety: Learning to Reconnect with Those You Hurt
If you’re on the road to sobriety, you’re also on a path of healing. And it’s not just about healing yourself. If you’ve struggled with addiction, there will be casualties. The good news is that you’re on the right path, and everyone can begin healing. One of your goals in recovery may be to improve... CONTINUE READING→
A Guide to Sex Supplements
There’s no shortage of “natural” penis pills for sale. How much is snake oil and how much is actual snake? Much of what is advertised is misleading and some is even dangerous. Instead of stretching your schlong, these products are often just pulling your leg. Many dick pills are neither all of what they claim to... CONTINUE READING→
A Tale of Two Fathers
Jemal has had four daughters with two women—two of his daughters in their 20s, two in preschool—but is living with none of them. A thoughtful 47-year-old African American man in a large Eastern city, he knows he “made mistakes” and said “I don’t want to repeat them with my younger daughter.” Jemal is among about... CONTINUE READING→