Mental health stigmas persist for everyone, but studies show the effects can be especially harmful for men and boys experiencing symptoms of #mentalhealth conditions. Learn about this public health issue and help us raise #awareness about the current state of men’s mental health.
Statistically, men are less likely to seek help for mental health conditions.
1. Read this personal account on the stigma surrounding men’s mental health.
Tragically, men die by suicide about four times more often than women.
2. Read this 5-minute guide on the 5 Major Mental Health Problems Affecting Men.
The symptoms of mental illness may present differently in men than in women. Due to stigma, we may talk about those symptoms less often.
3. Read about the symptoms of mental disorders in men.
Suicide risk is highest for men over the age of 65. Depression has been normalized as a sign of aging rather than viewed as something to treat and prevent.
4. Read about Ageism, Mental Health and Suicide Risk in Older Men.
Black men face disproportionately higher barriers to access to care.
5. Read Black Men and Mental Health: Practical Solutions.
There is help—for women, men, adults and children.
If you or someone you know needs help, call our access-to-care line at 256.705.6444 for Huntsville or 256.255.1020 for Cullman to schedule an appointment and connect to our services.
WellStone is a 501(c)3 nonprofit accepting Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance and self-pay. WellStone turns no one away due to inability to pay.
If you or someone you know is in crisis now, call or text 9-8-8 or chat 988lifeline.org to speak with a trained crisis counselor.
9-8-8 calls are routed to the nearest regional call center. For North Alabama, that call center is WellStone.