Men’s Mental Health: Let’s Talk About It
Statistics show that men are less likely to receive mental health treatment than women. Recognizing the signs that you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health complication is important. According to the
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
, common symptoms of mental health disorders in men are:
- Anger, irritability, or aggressiveness
- Noticeable changes in mood, energy level, or appetite
- Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
- Difficulty concentrating, feeling restless, or on edge
- Increased worry or feeling stressed
- Misuse of alcohol, drugs, or both
- Persistent sadness or feelings of hopelessness
- Feeling flat or having trouble feeling positive emotions
- Engaging in high-risk activities
- Aches, headaches, or digestive problems without a clear cause
- Obsessive thinking or compulsive behavior
- Thoughts or behaviors that interfere with work, family, or social life
- Unusual thinking or behaviors that concern other people
- Thoughts of death or suicide or suicide attempts
It is okay to seek help for your mental health. Much like getting help for a physical health condition, such as heart palpitations or flu symptoms, it’s important to get help quickly if you or someone you love is experiencing a mental health crisis.
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to view Valley Health’s outpatient and virtual mental health services.
*If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, immediate help is available. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers available 24/7. Dial 988 to connect with the lifeline.
Resources:
Not sure where to begin? Check out these resources including a mental health test
Take a Mental Health Test - Mental Health America (MHA)
NIMH - Men and Mental Health
National Mental Health Hotline
Infographic: Mental Health for Men - Mental Health America (MHA)
