Young Blood - Men's Mental Health

“Tell me about your journey to becoming a [father/etc.].”

This is a common opening question, inviting the guest to begin their story from a foundational point.

“What was your experience of [the first injury/trying to conceive]?”

Used to zoom in on the specific, practical beginnings of the guest's central challenge.

“How did you and your wife/partner recover from that initial loss?”

Focuses on the immediate aftermath of a trauma and the initial coping mechanisms.

“So they just left you hanging with 'something's wrong' but no details?”

A clarifying question used to highlight moments of uncertainty and frustration in the guest's medical journey.

“What do you remember about how that impacted you mentally?”

A direct question to connect a physical or external event to its internal, mental health consequences.

“Did you ever think it just wasn't going to happen for you?”

Probes the guest's mindset during their lowest point, exploring feelings of hopelessness.

“Can you tell me about the [specific difficult experience]?”

A gentle but direct prompt for the guest to elaborate on a key traumatic event.

“What was it like when you finally got the positive test/good news?”

This question is used to capture the emotional turning point or moment of relief in the narrative.

“Did you identify with having depression/anxiety?”

Asks about the guest's self-awareness and how they labeled their own mental state.

“When you were diagnosed, how did you carry that label around?”

Explores the impact and potential stigma of receiving a formal medical or psychiatric diagnosis.

“How did you support your partner through that?”

This question explores the relational dynamics and the guest's role as a supporter during a shared crisis.