Christina Neumeyer, M.A., LMFT

01/22/2026

This is an amazing opportunity for parents or caregivers of boys and young men. It is a free virtual event this weekend. I’ve had the privilege of attending Michael Gurian‘s conference at Army Navy: Dr Gurian was ahead of the science in understanding that males learn differently than girls. They are failing academically at a much greater rate than girls, their mental health is more fragile and have a considerably higher su***de rate. At the most basic parenting level (grandparents, coaches, teachers) this conference will present a variety of speakers that compassionately embrace all things healthy and masculine. I suggest registering even if you can simply attend for one hour. 🩵💙

Final reminder: the free, virtual What Boys Need conference starts this Friday. Live presentations run Jan 24-25, with additional prerecorded sessions on Jan 23 and Jan 26.

If you want practical, research-backed insight on boys’ learning, motivation, resilience, and mental health, this is a great way to spend the weekend.

We’re especially excited to represent Army and Navy Academy through President Barry Shreiar's presentation and Dr. Mark Ryan’s cadet roundtable with four of our international cadets.

Register free, and invite a parent, educator, or mentor who works with boys.

01/03/2026

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“These are the good ol’ days.”

12/19/2025

Just one mother's opinion about when to abandon your child.

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“Friends? THEY DISAPPEAR. I assure you, nothing clears your life of interested, concerned people like an oversize young man who’s acting crazy. Your neighbors avoid you. Your mother and father and siblings stay away. You’re on your own. And it is the most frightening, soul-sucking hell I have ever experienced. There is no order, no solace, no sleep.”

Just one mother's opinion about when to abandon your child

12/11/2025

My favorite holiday story.

12/05/2025

Excellent!

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11/25/2025

11/15/2025

Grown?

11/09/2025

Yes, yes, yes - heartbreakingly so.
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A few good personal self-narratives or reframes to soothe tension:

“You could be right.”
“I might be wrong.”
“Neither of us have all the facts.”
“Our relationship means more to us than this issue/topic/policy/politician.”

Article from "Frontiers in Mental Health" Issue 2

10/14/2025

“By positioning myself as someone merely seeking dialogue and connection, I eliminated the possibility that I would be perceived as an invader or coercive force undermining the congregation’s autonomy.

Nearly every faith tradition teaches of the universality of suffering and hardship. Research shows that sharing our experiences, especially deeply vulnerable ones, is highly effective at reaching people. As I approached the end of my speech, I told the congregants the story of my gay uncle who provided support to my parents when my stepmother was slowly dying from Alzheimer’s disease.”

Or: How to stop worrying and love thy neighbor.

09/27/2025

“Yes, people can change, but it takes a dogged approach.”

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09/17/2025

Good watch.

The youth mental health crisis is getting a lot of attention, but there has been less emphasis on the gender gap that highlights the differing needs of girls and boys. While young women report high levels of anxiety and depression, they also tend to have richer networks of trusted friends and confid...