Author Archives: Joseph H-J

As boys, we are told to be brave’: men on masculinity and mental health #depression #IwishMyFriendsKnew

New analysis found links between so-called masculine traits and depression and substance use. We asked men about gender stereotypes and mental health Efforts have been made to challenge traditional stereotypes, but there is still pressure on men to be strong, independent, stoical, competitive and tough. According to research published by the American Psychological Association, theseContinueContinue reading “As boys, we are told to be brave’: men on masculinity and mental health #depression #IwishMyFriendsKnew”

Poll finds that renters are more at risk of mental health problems #depression

Instability and the threat of sudden price hikes mean renters are more likely to experience serious anxiety or depression than home owners A new survey commissioned by Generation Rent finds that someone’s housing tenure can have a significant impact on their mental wellbeing. The research published today suggests that tenure can affect mental health evenContinueContinue reading “Poll finds that renters are more at risk of mental health problems #depression”

Men are scared to admit they are depressed, UAE mental health experts say #depression #IWishMyFriendsKnew

DUBAI // Most cases of male depression are not reported because men are afraid to admit something is wrong, mental health experts say. Globally, about 5 to 10 per cent of men are depressed but not many in the UAE seek help, and those who do wait a long time first. “There is a lotContinueContinue reading “Men are scared to admit they are depressed, UAE mental health experts say #depression #IWishMyFriendsKnew”

Masculinity Audit Into Causes Of Suicide Reveals Men Suffer Depression In A Way Even Doctors Could Miss #Depression

The unequal impacts of mental health issues on men in the UK are revealed today in a landmark report into the causes of male suicide. The research, carried out by the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) and The Huffington Post UK, and released as part of the Building Modern Men campaign, highlights how men struggle differentlyContinueContinue reading “Masculinity Audit Into Causes Of Suicide Reveals Men Suffer Depression In A Way Even Doctors Could Miss #Depression”