The Lazy Husband
How to Get Men to Do More Parenting and Housework
A happy marriage is a balanced one. Dr. Coleman offers a hands-on guide to understanding and changing men's attitudes toward domestic work and childcare, with a straightforward look at why husbands avoid pulling their weight and what actually motivates lasting change.
What’s inside
By outlining and defining different types of lazy husbands — the Boy-Husband, who wants to be taken care of and plays incompetent; the Perfectionist Husband, who wants things done right but not by him; the Angry Husband, who keeps his wife at bay with irritability and intimidation — Dr. Coleman helps women understand where their husband is coming from. From there, he develops type-specific plans for change, so couples can move toward a more balanced, happier partnership. The book drew national attention, including coverage on 20/20, Good Morning America, and CNN American Morning.
Also by Dr. Coleman
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