Breaking the silence: The struggles of men’s mental health and the path to healing

In today's world, men continue to face significant challenges when it comes to mental health. Society’s expectations, harmful stereotypes, and the deep-rooted stigma surrounding vulnerability often mean that men suffer in silence. Whether it’s dealing with childhood trauma, post-partum depression, the emotional strain of divorce, or the struggles with daily expectations and life itself. Many men carry these burdens without seeking help. The pressure to ‘man up’ or ‘get on with it’ can be overwhelming, and it’s crucial that as a society, we start breaking down these barriers and create a safe space for men to express their feelings. The stark reality of men’s mental health in the UK Mental health issues among men are alarmingly prevalent, yet often overlooked or dismissed. According to UK suicide statistics, men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women. In 2021 alone, there were 4,032 male suicides in the UK, a tragic reminder of how deeply mental health issues affec...