Mental health conditions don’t discriminate. People of all genders can experience depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. But they may look different in men.
Gender stereotypes and stigma can also make it harder for both men and their healthcare professionals to recognize when they might need mental health support.
Men’s mental health symptoms to watch for
Men and women can sometimes experience the same mental health condition in different ways due to a mix of biological and social factors.
Mental health symptoms in men might include:
• anger and aggressiveness
• irritability
• frustration
• substance misuse
• trouble concentrating
• persistent feelings of worry
• engagement in high-risk activities
• unusual behavior that concerns others or gets in the way of daily life
• thoughts of suicide
Some mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression, can also have physical symptoms that people might ignore.
These include:
• changes in appetite and energy
• new aches and pains
• digestive issues
• trouble sleeping
• sleeping more than usual
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