Depression Realities
'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.
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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.