The only trauma-informed curriculum designed to turn men into great dads
Amazing Dads Fatherhood Curriculum teaches fathers with kids of all ages to become exceptional parents. These detailed lessons meet dads where they are, starting from the common tendencies of male socialization to help explain key concepts of healthy fathering. Through a trauma-informed approach, this curriculumcreates safety in the group setting while delving into critical topics that fathers simply do not tend to talk about with people in their lives.
Unlike other fatherhood curricula, Amazing Dads addresses a breadth of topics, empowering men to discuss issues like family of origin, sexuality, how punishment can turn into abuse, self-care, and how toxic messages in the culture can hinder parent-child relationships. Each session incorporates grounding and breathing exercises, in addition to activities, exercises, and experiential opportunities that allow participants to connect with the material on a meaningful level. By the end of this course, fathers will have gained the increased self-awareness needed to enhance their relationships with their children and other family members.
- Lead fathers through a curriculum of targeted lessons focused on how male socialization affects their parenting
- Guide participants through exercises for developing relational, communication, and conflict resolution skills
- Connect with dads on a meaningful level by creating a safe space for discussions of trauma and other difficult subjects
- Explain important parenting concepts using examples, hands-on activities, and more
This curriculum is excellent for use in parenting groups, behavioral health treatment programs, addiction treatment programs, and other community-based programs serving fathers. Dads of all backgrounds, with kids of all ages, will benefit from the wisdom in Amazing Dads Fatherhood Curriculum.
Spis treści
About the Amazing Dads! Program vi
About This Workbook viii
Meeting 1: Engaging the Father Within 1
Meeting 2: The Man Rules 10
Meeting 3: Toxic Water 15
Meeting 4: Dads and Trauma: Breaking the Cycle 20
Meeting 5: Making the Connections – Mental Health, Addiction, and Trauma 29
Meeting 6: Feelings… Nothing More than Feelings 40
Meeting 7: Exploring Family Dynamics – Past and Present 51
Meeting 8: Father of Mine 57
Meeting 9: Mothers 66
Meeting 10: Healthy Relationships Are for Us Too! 74
Meeting 11: Communication Is Key 79
Meeting 12: Let’s Talk About Sex 93
Meeting 13: Let’s REALLY Talk About Sex 102
Meeting 14: Men’s Health 110
Meeting 15: Healthy Discipline 118
Meeting 16: The Art of Play 127
Meeting 17: A Balancing Act 133
Meeting 18: Vision of Fatherhood 140
Congratulatory 145
Participant Survey 147
Appendix A: Grounding and Relaxation Exercises 148
Additional References 158
O autorze
Dan Griffin is the author of
A Man’s Way Through Relationships and
A Man’s Way through the Twelve Steps, and co-author of
Helping Men Recover and the forthcoming
What Men Would Tell You if They Weren’t Too Busy Watching TV. Dan earned a Master’s degree in Sociology from the University of Kansas.
Harrison Crawford has worked in the field of mental health for more than ten years and is a Licensed Professional Counselor with additional licensure focused on addictive disorders. Harrison completed his graduate work at Argosy University in Phoenix, earning Master’s degrees in Mental Health Counseling and Sport-Exercise Psychology.
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