The Not Old Better Show, Healthy Living Interview Series: Men’s Health Month Episode
A man can say “I’m fine” and still may be asking, in the only way he knows how, for someone to notice. That is where this episode begins. 🎙️
For June 2026 and Men’s Health Month, I’m joined on The Not Old Better Show by Dr. Ken Duckworth, longtime Chief Medical Officer at NAMI and author of You Are Not Alone. His work is rooted in medicine, family experience, and the stories of people who have lived with mental illness and learned what helped.
We talk about men, silence, shame, depression, suicide risk, partners who are worried, adult children who are scared, and the hard question many families face: when is this more than a rough patch?
This conversation is for the man who keeps saying he is fine. It is also for the wife, husband, partner, brother, sister, daughter, son, friend, or neighbor who sees the change and does not know how to start.
Listen to the episode. Then do one small thing today: call, text, stop by, or ask the second question. “How are you really doing?” 💙
If someone is in immediate danger, call emergency services. In the U.S., if you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988. You can reach Dr. Duckworth (he WANTS to hear from you: DrKennyDuck@icloud.com
Here are a few NAMI resources that may be helpful for listeners — the Family Caregiver HelpLine may be particularly helpful for folks who don’t know where to start when it comes to supporting their loved one.
The NAMI HelpLine is a free, confidential nationwide service that provides one-on-one emotional support, mental health information and resources needed to tackle tough challenges.
- Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
- Text NAMI to 62640
NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine
The NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine is a free, confidential service providing caregiver-led support, tools and strategies, trusted guidance, and connection at every stage of the caregiving journey.
- Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) Press “4” to connect with a skilled Family Caregiver HelpLine Specialist
- Text Family to 62640
NAMI resources for people living with a mental health condition
Information and resources on understanding your condition, finding mental health care and support, and more.
NAMI resources for family & caregivers
Information and resources to help people support their loved ones and themselves.
With the unique understanding of people with lived experience, NAMI’s peer-led programs and support groups provide outstanding free education, skills training and support.