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Dr. Alvin Thomas
Feb 244 min read
The Communication Code - Uncovering Patterns That Shape Your Relationships
This guide explores three levels of manipulation and control based on ten key questions and dives into the influences behind these behaviors
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duethetomal82
Jul 18, 20235 min read
Alvin Thomas researches Black men and their role in family and community development
By Delia O’Hara Date created: July 19, 2023 Photo credit: Shalicia Johnson, ArrowStar Photography Alvin Thomas, PhD , assistant...
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duethetomal82
Aug 1, 20224 min read
It’s time to give Black fathers the credit they deserve
Pop culture is finally pushing back against mischaracterizations of Black fathers as absent or uninvolved.
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duethetomal82
Jul 25, 20221 min read
Working Together To Improve Birth And Infant Outcomes As A Community
Dr. Tiffany Green joins us to talk about racial disparities in health, women and families in Dane County.
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duethetomal82
Jun 20, 20221 min read
What It Feels Like To Actually Feel Good
Talking about mental health for men and Black men in particular, and the Barbershop Mental Health program.
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duethetomal82
Jun 17, 20224 min read
Fathers feed babies too — so why are they so scarce in media coverage of the formula shortage?
Our research shows that the idea that fathers are rarely nurturing caregivers is both harmful and untrue.
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duethetomal82
Jun 16, 20222 min read
Activists strive to change the narrative of Black fatherhood
As we head into Father’s Day weekend, many are reflecting on a father’s impact, especially Black fathers, and the important role they play.
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duethetomal82
Jun 13, 20221 min read
Allowing Space For Black Fathers To Exist Outside Of White Gaze
Talking about fostering Black Fatherhood, breaking the myth of uninvolved Black fathers, mental health and raising black men.
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duethetomal82
Jun 8, 20224 min read
Researcher Studies Black Fatherhood and Mental Health to Improve Youth Developmental Outcomes
Accessibility of mental health services must be improved for Black families and children.
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duethetomal82
Apr 12, 20221 min read
Raising Up Fatherhood, Raising Resilient Children
Alvin Thomas describes his lab's research in father-child relationships, as well as other factors that positive outcomes in youth.
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duethetomal82
Apr 19, 20211 min read
“This Is Not The Change, This Is Only The Beginning:” Processing The Chauvin Conviction
A Minnesota jury has found Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer, guilty on all counts for the murder of George Floyd.
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duethetomal82
Jun 17, 20206 min read
IDEAS LAB Opinion: Black men and boys are especially vulnerable to mental health challenges because
Somewhere in America, a 14-year-old Black boy is playing video games in his room.
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duethetomal82
Jun 9, 20201 min read
Badger Talks video: Black community faces mental health crisis
There’s a mental health crisis on the horizon for the Black community, according to Dr. Alvin Thomas.
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duethetomal82
May 12, 202011 min read
Racial disparities heightened with COVID-19 crisis
black patients are more likely to carry stress and fears of dealing with the health care system with them to the clinic.
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duethetomal82
Apr 15, 20202 min read
Health leaders to host virtual support group for black men concerned about COVID-19
The coronavirus is disproportionately infecting and killing African Americans around the country.
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