Men’s Mental Health - The Problem 75% Of Us Are Guilty Of

The biggest issue with men’s mental health is that we men don’t do much about it. Oh sure, we’ll suffer, we’ll risk losing it all, we’ll hurt the ones we love the most, but we won’t talk about it. You’ve probably heard the stats such as those presented by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (Ten to Men, 2020). In rough numbers it is something like this;

• 2 in 5 of us will experience a significant mental health challenge in our life.

• 1 in 5 blokes will experience a significant mental health challenge this year.

• 7 blokes die by suicide every day and is the leading cause of death for men under 44.

DESPITE THIS

• Only 25% of men said they would be likely to seek help from a mental health professional.

• 25% said they would not seek help from anyone.

• 80% said they would be unlikely to seek help from a phone helpline.

Those numbers don’t look great, fellas. But if there is one takeaway you might draw strength from it’s that you’re not alone. There is nothing weird or unusual about feeling overwhelmed, alone, anxious or depressed. Men often encounter societal pressures and expectations that can impact their mental health, such as the belief that they should always be strong, stoic, and self-reliant. These pressures can make it difficult for us to express our emotions, seek help, and manage stress, anxiety, and depression. While these challenges are significant on their own, they can be compounded when we feel disconnected from a healthy sense of self, including our natural strengths and the full range of emotional experiences. Our practice recognises these challenges and is committed to providing specialised support that empowers men to develop a well-rounded and authentic sense of self so that you can work to overcome your challenges.

Contact us now so we can see how we can help.

(Blah, Blah, & Blah, 2024.)