This is Part 2 of our 2-part series. In Part 1, we talked about the prevalence of concussions, the signs and symptoms, and the important role parents and coaches play in preventing and treating them. Based on a foundation of competition and physical perseverance, it’s hard to withstand the “win at all costs” pressure...Continue reading
Men’s Health Begins with Boys
“Our male youth are in trouble,” says Dennis Barbour, CEO of The Boy’s Initiative. “Their school dropout rates are climbing and they are dropping out of college more than ever. They are failing to adjust to a rapidly changing economy.” Harsh words from a man who really cares about where America’s youth are headed.Continue reading
Rhythm of Closeness—Part 1
“How we enter into love and behave in closeness and nearness. . . [our] habitual structure of relating, patterns of gesture and tone of voice, all bear the marks of mother . .” -James Hillman, Jung’s Typology Not knowing our own deep internal rhythms can be deadly to our relationships with others. How long did your mother stay...Continue reading
Stop the Invisible Injury–Parents and Coaches Share the Responsibility, Part 1
Suffering from a concussion can occur in any sport, and at all levels of play, from little league to the major leagues. In fact, the US Center for Disease Control estimates 1.6 million to 3.8 million concussions occur in sports and recreational activities each year. Early education and a shift in the “tough it out”...
Is high-impact physical activity beneficial for older adults? | American Council on Science and Health (ACSH)
A lot of people are concerned that high-impact exercise might harm adults older 30 or so. Turns out that not only is high-impact exercise not harmful, it actually does a lot of good. So it’s time to get hopping. Is high-impact physical activity beneficial for older adults? | American Council on Science and Health (ACSH).
Science Proves Owning a Dog is Good for Your Health
It’s no secret that finding a friend in man’s best friend is one of the greatest joys in life. On top of their undying affection and constant company, there is in fact a hidden benefit that comes with owning a dog. While you may think that there are already types of dogs that provide real...Continue reading
Cleanliness is Next to Nothing: Five Things You Need to Check Before Getting a Tattoo or Piercing
Tattoo and piercing shops are not like they used to be. Far from dark, seedy little holes-in-the-wall of the past, today’s shops are well-lit, open, and almost run-of-the-mill. Shops are regularly inspected and monitored by the local health department so there is a certain level of clean that needs to be maintained in order for...Continue reading
Men: The New Women?
Our language is filled with sex stereotypes, and we use them all the time–usually without thinking about it. Most of the time, those words and phrases don’t do any harm. Sometimes, they’re quite damaging, and sometimes they actually change the way people behave. In this article, TAMH Editor and Men’s Health Network adviser Armin Brott...Continue reading
What Every Biker Should Know About Concussions
It’s no longer just worried parents who create attention about the importance of minimizing head injuries for athletic events and hobbies. Authorities across many types of full contact and extreme sports have begun to gear up for concussions and create preventative measures, such as the NFL’s new policy on moving kickoffs up to the 35-yard...Continue reading
‘Robotic’ Sperm to Fight Infertility
Up until recently, health and medicine was basically a hit or miss affair. We would discover interventions such as drugs that had benefits, but also many side effects. With recent research information from Dresden, Germany sperm can now be trapped in nanotubes (grown in a lab with a cylindrical structure that exhibits heat and electrical properties, which are...Continue reading