Even the Darkest Night

“We don’t have all the answers when it comes to men’s mental health. But we do know it starts with honest conversations. Dr. Christopher Choukalas brings paternal depression into the light with courage and vulnerability. This book will help countless men feel seen, understood, and less alone in their struggles.”—Jon Gustin, author of The Tired Dad “Dr. Choukalas shines a light on post-natal depression in men—a condition hiding in plain sight, suffered mostly in silence by millions of new fathers. Choukalas’s story is compelling, his writing is beautiful, and his courage in telling it is something I deeply admire.”—Robert Wachter, MD, chair, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, and author of A Giant Leap “This is a gripping, beautifully written story of one father’s journey through deep depression and recovery. Dr. Choukalas’shonest, searching account will resonate with other fathers who are struggling with new parenthood.”—Darby Saxbe, PhD, professor of psychology at the University of Southern California, and author of Dad Brain “This book is long overdue, but I am so glad Dr. Choukalas was brave enough to write it. Brave because so many men will see themselves in his story, yet so many feel they aren’t supposed to talk about it. This book will save lives.”—Jennifer Lincoln, MD, author of The Birth Book “This brave and insightful book by a new father (who is also a physician) is a beautifully written personal account that offers hope for dads who struggle at this critical time.”—Donna E Stewart, CM, MD, FRCPC, professor of psychiatry and obstetrics/gynecology at the University of Toronto, Centre for Mental Health “This authentic and insightful story offers compassion and hope to fathers and their loved ones. Dr. Choukalas’s journey provides reassurance that help is available and healing is possible!”—Jonathan Scarff, MD, psychiatrist, Lexington VA Health Care System