'Real men' never feel sad or share their emotions.
Sadness is an emotion all humans feel, including men. It takes courage to acknowledge and share about it.
In 2024, 30% of adolescents aged 12-17 reported experiencing symptoms of depression, marking a significant increase compared to previous years. Furthermore, suicide rates among this demographic have risen by 15% since 2022.
True.
What is the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number?
A national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24/7 throughout the U.S. via phone call, text messaging, or online chat. (Please note that the previous phone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at (800) 273-8255 will remain operational.)
Men should not ask for help; they should be able to cope on their own.
True strength lies in knowing when to ask for help.
False. Approximately 35% of individuals with a mental health condition reported that they did not receive the necessary treatment.
Name an online program from LA County to help with stress and anxiety.
iprevail
A guy with enough willpower should be able to 'snap out of it'
You can’t fix a broken arm with sheer willpower. The same is true for depression - getting better requires developing new skills to beat it.
Only approximately 15,000 adults reported experiencing suicidal thoughts.
False.
Canada: In 2019, 1,666,200 Canadian men over the age of 15 (roughly 9% of the male population) reported that they have seriously contemplated suicide in their lifetime.[23]
Teacher, Counselor, School Social Worker, Social Worker Intern, your friends, parents, co-workers, random stranger
Depression is a sign of weakness.
Depression is a real illness- has nothing to do with you being tough.
Men are less likely to seek mental health services than women.
True.
Name another resource.