June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. Signs someone is struggling
Six million men struggle with depression, and it often goes undiagnosed. During Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, here's how to be aware of the signs. June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, men are less likely to receive mental health treatment or diagnosis due to the stigma surrounding a man speaking out about mental health issues. Men are also more likely to be influenced by factors such as culture, fatherhood, race, and socioeconomic level. Approximately one in ten men experience depression or anxiety, but fewer than half receive treatment. Each year, four times more men commit suicide than women. There are over 150 million men in America and 6 million men suffer from depression each year. The age of onset of bipolar disorder in men is between 16 and 25, and 90% of Americans diagnosed with schizophrenia by the age of 30 are men.
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June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. Why is that important?
According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, men suffering from mental illnesses are less likely to receive mental health treatment or diagnosis, and part of this is due to the stigma about a man speaking out about it, deeming it as a weakness.
So, what do we know about men’s mental health in America? Let’s talk about it.
Why men don't speak out about mental health
Men are less likely to openly discuss mental health issues and seek help than women, due to social norms, reluctance, and belittlement from others, and these stigmas have a significant impact on males, according to the ADAA. Men often face pressure to "man up" when speaking out about mental health issues, and it is seen as a form of weakness or not "manly."
A man's journey toward mental health may also be influenced by factors such as culture, fatherhood, race, and socioeconomic level, the ADAA reports. Approximately one in ten men experience depression or anxiety. Yet, fewer than half of them receive treatment, and each year, four times more men commit suicide than women.
According to Mental Health America, there are more than 150 million men in America; 6 million men suffer from depression each year, and it often goes undiagnosed. Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States, according to a USA TODAY report on mental health statistics.
Studies show that low levels of testosterone, especially among older men, are correlated to depression, stress, and mood swings. Many men with depression overlook fatigue, irritability, and/or loss of interest in work or hobbies as signs of depression.
More than 19 million Americans struggle with anxiety, and over 3 million men have a panic disorder, agoraphobia, and other phobias, Mental Health America reports.
The age of onset of bipolar disorder in men is between the ages of 16 and 25. With over 2 million Americans affected by bipolar disorder, an equal amount of men and women struggle with it.
Also, 90% of Americans diagnosed with schizophrenia by the age of 30 are men. It is one of the leading causes of disability and approximately 3.5 million Americans are diagnosed with it.
Additionally, 10% of those struggling with anorexia or bulimia are men, and 35% of men have a binge-eating disorder. However, men are less likely to seek professional help than women.
What are some signs of male mental health disorders?
Though men and women develop the same mental health issues, men often mask it with unhealthy coping behavior. Here are some warning signs and symptoms that may hint that a male may be struggling, per the ADAA:
• Escapist behavior, such as spending a lot of time at work or on sports
• Physical symptoms, such as headaches, digestive problems and pain
• Noticeable changes in mood, energy level, or appetite
There are many ways to treat mental health disorders, and it can be harmful to go without treatment. If you or someone you know is struggling, be sure to contact a doctor or a mental health professional to seek help and treatment.
Need help? If you or someone you know is in a crisis, get help immediately. You can call 911 or call or text to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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