Mens Mental Health week

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Season 2, Episode 39

The boy's are back in Martins sunny Garden today and discussing mens Mental health. Men are not good when it comes to their mental health, the just always seem to soldier on through the good and the bad.

Men's mental health is a significant issue, with men facing challenges like higher rates of suicide, substance abuse, and lower rates of accessing mental health support, often due to societal expectations and stigma. 

The Boy's discuss anxiety, depression, Stress and stress management, Nutrition, diet, fitness, exercise, Heart health, preventative care, Hormonal changes, substance abuse, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, aging and longevity.

• Higher Suicide Rates:
• Men have a significantly higher suicide rate than women, with suicide being the leading cause of death for men under 50. 
  
  
• Stigma and Barriers to Help:
• Men are less likely to seek help for mental health issues due to societal expectations of strength and resilience, leading to a reluctance to admit vulnerability. 
  
  
• Substance Abuse:
• Men are more likely to engage in substance abuse as a coping mechanism for mental health struggles. 
  
  
• Lower Access to Treatment:
• Despite the prevalence of mental health problems in men, they are less likely to access psychological therapies and mental health support. 
  
  
• Specific Mental Health Conditions:
• Common mental health conditions in men include depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders. 
  
  
• Toxic Masculinity:
• Societal pressures and expectations around masculinity can contribute to poor mental health outcomes for men. 

Signs of Mental Health Problems in Men:

• Social Withdrawal: Isolating themselves from friends, family, and activities. 
  
  
• Changes in Behavior: Experiencing sudden calmness, increased risk-taking, or aggression. 
  
  
• Expressing Feelings of Hopelessness: Feeling overwhelmed, sad, or having thoughts of self-harm or suicide. 
  
  
• Changes in Appetite or Sleep: Significant changes in eating habits or sleep patterns. 
  
  
• Difficulty Concentrating: Struggling to focus or make decisions. 
  
  
• Increased Irritability or Anger: Experiencing more frequent mood swings or outbursts of anger. 

Martin has decided no joke of the week this week, he's replacing it with "Things your mother use to say" see if you remember these or can add to it.

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