"The book I wish I'd had years ago. If you've ever worried about a man in your life, this is the guide you've been waiting for." - Emily Pearson, founder of Wellbeing Lead Academy and creator of the ManBassador Programme
"Every mother, sister, partner, friend and mental health professional will find wisdom in these pages." - Danielle Fitzhenry, Trauma Informed Person Centred Therapist
We talk about mental health more openly today than ever before - and yet suicide remains one of the biggest killers of men. If talking was enough, wouldn't things be getting better? The truth is, something about the current approach isn't working for men.
If you're a mother, partner, daughter, sister, friend, or colleague worried about a man in your life, this book is for you.
With compassion and clarity, TEDx Speaker Ryan Parke combines years of real-world experience, relatable case studies, and hundreds of sources to explain what truly impacts the men we care about.
In this book, you will learn:
- How the biggest killers of men are linked - and may be preventable
- The surprising role of hormones, especially testosterone, in men's wellbeing
- The key signs of stress you need to know about
- Practical steps to support his health, habits, and happiness
- A simple three-step strategy for having supportive conversations with men and boys
Blending science, stories, and simple strategies, this book makes complex ideas accessible and deeply human. If you want to support the man you care about in ways that go further than words alone, How To Help Him is the practical and hopeful guide you have been looking for.
"Evidence-based, holistic, and practical: a roadmap for better men's health." - Dr Ed Rainbow, Testosterone Doctor - Centre for Men's Health & Marion Gluck Clinic, Men's Mental Health Guide, Founder Men's Mind GP
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"A significant contribution to the field of men's mental health." - Debi Roberts MA Ed, Suicide Prevention Strategist, International Speaker, Creator of the Prescription Safe Plan
"I am continually asked by the women I work with, which book I would recommend to support the men in their lives in creating true health and longevity and here it is!" - Pauline Cox MSc, Functional Nutritionist and Author of Hungry Woman
"With real gusto and clarity, Ryan perfectly blends the science with practical. The book is hugely readable and hits the right note time and again. We need to keep talking about the problems men have but we need to do far more to solve them too. This book has real life solutions galore!" - Mark Brooks OBE, National policy advisor on men and boys' issues
"Ryan has assembled an incredible amount of knowledge in one place for anyone looking to improve their health. If you're looking to help a man in your life, 'How to Help Him' is the book for you." - Sam Feltham, Director of Public Health Collaboration (Charity no. 1171887)
"You will find things in this book to inspire you, to challenge you, and to help you better understand, support and empower the people you care about." - Dr Fiona Rogers, Deputy CEO, Council of British International Schools (COBIS)
"A perfect resource for educators, therapists, professionals parents but most importantly anyone in today's society - that is Ryan's biggest strength; making such vital information accessible to all!" - George Peterkin, Educator, Eating disorder therapist, and founder of Mind Your Health Ltd
"Thanks to Ryan's work, I can truly see, hear, and support the men in my life in ways I never could before. How to Help him is a game changer." - Zoie Golding MBE, Founder of The Big Movement by ZoieLogic
"Ryan's approach is a game-changer for anyone who has concerns about the mental health of the men they care about." - Shirley Heapy, Trustee, The Clive Smith Foundation; ESG Manager, Baily Garner LLP
"As a woman who cares deeply about all the great men in my life, I found this book to be a real game-changer. I feel like I now know how to be there in a way that makes a true difference. And you can't put a price on that." Dani Wallace, Founder of The BIG Festoon and CEO of IATQB
"Reading this book feels like someone is taking your hand and saying, 'You're not alone, and there are things you can do that really matter.' If you're worried about a man in your life and don't know how to reach him, this book is the lifeline you've been searching for. I truly believe this book will change and even save lives!" - Lauren Rimmer, Founder & CEO, Construct Change
"A groundbreaking, evidence-based roadmap, to help you support the men and boys in your life, Ryan has created a first class resource which will no doubt improve the wellbeing of many men and ultimately save lives. It's packed with practical strategies and is easy to read, written in a down-to-earth, accessible style." - Andrew Pain, TEDx & CPD Accredited Speaker on Men's Mental Health, Burnout and Work-Life Balance
