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Straits Times
11 hours ago
- Health
- Straits Times
Forum: Men's mental health deserves a seat at the table
Every June, Men's Mental Health Month comes and goes with too little noise in Singapore. In a society where boys are still told to 'man up' and tears are a sign of weakness, the mental health struggles of men remain largely invisible. To truly achieve a more equitable society, we must be prepared to have difficult, necessary conversations, including those about men's mental health. As a social worker who has worked with male perpetrators of interpersonal harm, I have seen how unresolved trauma issues, depression and substance misuse often lie beneath violent behaviour. Global studies suggest that between 25 per cent and 60 per cent of male perpetrators may struggle with mental health disorders. While mental illness is never an excuse for violence, this data underscores the urgent need to integrate mental health support into violence-prevention strategies, especially for boys and men raised to repress emotion and avoid help-seeking. From 2019 to 2023, the number of suicides among men in Singapore was significantly higher than among women. Boys are less likely to seek help than girls. Mental disorders are now the leading cause of disability and death among children aged 10 to 14, according to a May 2025 study in The Lancet Public Health. And yet, we still struggle to talk openly about men's emotional well-being. The Netflix docuseries Adolescence has powerfully reignited this conversation. The show reveals how early boys are taught to suppress emotions, fear vulnerability and measure success through dominance. This isn't just 'boys being boys' – it's the early formation of a mental health crisis. At Aware, we believe that patriarchy hurts everyone, and if we are serious about dismantling it, we must challenge not just the power structures that oppress women, but also the rigid gender expectations that harm men. It is with this hope and knowledge that we have embarked on running workshops focusing on masculinity for young men; understanding that gender justice is not just for women, but for all who are harmed by oppressive gender norms, including men, queer and trans individuals, and marginalised boys. This is not about shifting resources away from women. It's about recognising how rigid gender norms affect everyone; and building a society where care, vulnerability and healing are seen not as signs of weakness, but as essential parts of being human. Bharathi Manogaran Deputy Executive Director, Aware More on this Topic Forum: What readers are saying Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
The Star
21 hours ago
- Health
- The Star
Dear men, it's OK
MANY men carry storms in their hearts that no one sees, just because our world often expects them to be silent warriors – strong, unshaken, and always composed. They're told to 'stay strong' and 'man up'. But this June, during Men's Mental Health Month, we need to break through this stereotype. Let's begin here: It's OK to cry. Tears are not a sign of weakness. They're a release. They say, 'This matters. I am hurting. I am human.' If only the world could hear the stories behind those tears, like the father trying to provide without losing himself, the young man struggling to find his worth, the husband silently grieving a miscarriage, and the student battling anxiety behind good grades.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Relief Mental Health Addresses the Silent Crisis During Men's Mental Health Month
OAK BROOK, lll., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- June marks Men's Mental Health Month, a time to raise awareness and reduce stigma around the mental health challenges that men face—often in silence. Relief Mental Health, with 12 outpatient clinics across Colorado, Illinois, New Jersey and Wisconsin, is committed to helping men access personalized, evidence-based care through psychiatry, therapy, and innovative treatments like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), SPRAVATO® (esketamine) and ketamine infusions. The Silent Struggle According to a data brief from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), nearly 1 in 10 men reported daily feelings of anxiety or depression. However, only about 41 percent of these men took medication for these feelings or had recently talked to a mental health professional. Men are four times more likely than women to die by suicide. Additionally, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) reports that this accounts for about 70% of all suicide deaths. In Illinois, the suicide rate for men increased by 3.5% from 2020 to 2021, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. A recent Gallup World Poll analysis found that 25 percent of young U.S. men (ages 15 to 34) reported feeling lonely for much of the prior day, compared to 18 percent of women in the same age group. Treatment that Respects Men's Preferences and Needs At Relief Mental Health, male patients often have the option to work with male providers—something many find more comfortable when opening up about personal issues. Dan Lowder, PA-C, ATC, a psychiatric physician assistant who treats patients as young as 10 at Relief's Orland Park, Ill. clinic, also has a background in athletic training and frequently works with men and adolescent males experiencing sports-related and performance anxiety. "In addition to medication management, I often utilize SPRAVATO®—a nasal spray form of ketamine—for adults with treatment-resistant depression," Lowder explains. "And for men who are hesitant about medications due to side effects—especially sexual dysfunction—TMS therapy can be a game-changer. It doesn't affect the whole body like medications do; it specifically targets the brain regions involved in mood." Why TMS is a Powerful Option for Men TMS is a FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment for depression, OCD and other diagnoses that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate underactive areas of the brain. Unlike medication, TMS has no systemic side effects, meaning it doesn't impact libido or cause weight gain, sedation, or digestive issues—a concern for many male patients. Relief Mental Health offers TMS therapy at all of its locations, along with psychiatric evaluation, medication management, therapy, and SPRAVATO® treatment. With a multidisciplinary team across four states, Relief ensures that men from all walks of life can find effective, personalized mental health care. For more information about Relief Mental Health or to schedule a consultation for any of its services, individuals can call 855.205.4764, email info@ or visit About Relief Mental Health Relief Mental Health is a leading outpatient provider of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), SPRAVATO® (esketamine), IV ketamine, psychiatry, and therapy, for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety and other diagnoses. Founded in January 2020 and dedicated to delivering expedited care, Relief aims to create a new standard for mental health care, offering a continuum of innovative therapeutic interventions and responding to evolving patient needs. For more information, visit CONTACT: Melanie EilersChief Marketing Officermelanie@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Relief Mental Health Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Relief Mental Health Addresses the Silent Crisis During Men's Mental Health Month
OAK BROOK, lll., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- June marks Men's Mental Health Month, a time to raise awareness and reduce stigma around the mental health challenges that men face—often in silence. Relief Mental Health, with 12 outpatient clinics across Colorado, Illinois, New Jersey and Wisconsin, is committed to helping men access personalized, evidence-based care through psychiatry, therapy, and innovative treatments like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), SPRAVATO® (esketamine) and ketamine infusions. The Silent Struggle According to a data brief from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), nearly 1 in 10 men reported daily feelings of anxiety or depression. However, only about 41 percent of these men took medication for these feelings or had recently talked to a mental health professional. Men are four times more likely than women to die by suicide. Additionally, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) reports that this accounts for about 70% of all suicide deaths. In Illinois, the suicide rate for men increased by 3.5% from 2020 to 2021, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. A recent Gallup World Poll analysis found that 25 percent of young U.S. men (ages 15 to 34) reported feeling lonely for much of the prior day, compared to 18 percent of women in the same age group. Treatment that Respects Men's Preferences and Needs At Relief Mental Health, male patients often have the option to work with male providers—something many find more comfortable when opening up about personal issues. Dan Lowder, PA-C, ATC, a psychiatric physician assistant who treats patients as young as 10 at Relief's Orland Park, Ill. clinic, also has a background in athletic training and frequently works with men and adolescent males experiencing sports-related and performance anxiety. "In addition to medication management, I often utilize SPRAVATO®—a nasal spray form of ketamine—for adults with treatment-resistant depression," Lowder explains. "And for men who are hesitant about medications due to side effects—especially sexual dysfunction—TMS therapy can be a game-changer. It doesn't affect the whole body like medications do; it specifically targets the brain regions involved in mood." Why TMS is a Powerful Option for Men TMS is a FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment for depression, OCD and other diagnoses that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate underactive areas of the brain. Unlike medication, TMS has no systemic side effects, meaning it doesn't impact libido or cause weight gain, sedation, or digestive issues—a concern for many male patients. Relief Mental Health offers TMS therapy at all of its locations, along with psychiatric evaluation, medication management, therapy, and SPRAVATO® treatment. With a multidisciplinary team across four states, Relief ensures that men from all walks of life can find effective, personalized mental health care. For more information about Relief Mental Health or to schedule a consultation for any of its services, individuals can call 855.205.4764, email info@ or visit About Relief Mental Health Relief Mental Health is a leading outpatient provider of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), SPRAVATO® (esketamine), IV ketamine, psychiatry, and therapy, for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety and other diagnoses. Founded in January 2020 and dedicated to delivering expedited care, Relief aims to create a new standard for mental health care, offering a continuum of innovative therapeutic interventions and responding to evolving patient needs. For more information, visit CONTACT: Melanie EilersChief Marketing Officermelanie@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Relief Mental Health Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Construction in Crisis: Inter/Arch Jobs Raises Awareness for Men's Mental Health Month
Leading job board addresses suicide rates and mental health stigma among male workers in the built environment. SHERIDAN, Wyo., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- June is Men's Mental Health Month, and Inter/Arch Jobs, one of the world's leading job boards and staffing platforms for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals, is spotlighting the urgent mental health crisis impacting male construction workers. While construction is one of the largest industries worldwide, it also carries a tragic distinction: it has one of the highest suicide rates of any profession. According to the CDC, male construction workers are nearly four times more likely to die by suicide than the general population. Data from the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention shows that 1 in 5 construction workers struggle with mental health issues, yet stigma and fear of job loss often keep them silent. "Construction workers—many of whom are men—are trained to be tough and resilient. But that cultural expectation has created a silence that's costing lives," says Richard Eib, Managing Director of Inter/Arch Jobs. "This Men's Mental Health Month, we're breaking that silence." Supporting Men Where They Work Inter/Arch Jobs is taking a proactive stance to support the mental health of men in the built environment by: Curating job listings with a focus on work-life balance, benefits, and psychological safety. Partnering with progressive employers who offer Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), mental health days, and open-door mental health policies. Launching a resource hub this month with articles, guides, and interviews focused on managing stress, burnout, and job-related trauma. Promoting anonymous candidate matching, so professionals can explore better opportunities without the fear of retaliation or exposure. "We believe finding the right job isn't just about salary or title—it's about fit, culture, and well-being," Eib adds. "By connecting candidates to employers who genuinely value mental health, we're helping build careers that support both personal well-being and professional growth." Breaking the Stigma in the Trades Construction, engineering, and design have long been male-dominated fields where vulnerability is often seen as weakness. This stigma has contributed to chronic stress, substance use, and isolation. But Inter/Arch Jobs is changing the narrative. Through its job board and talent network, the company not only places candidates into meaningful roles globally, but is committed to leading industry-wide conversations around mental wellness in AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction). Join the Movement As part of this month's campaign, Inter/Arch Jobs is launching a social media initiative under the hashtag #BuiltForWellbeing, inviting firms and individuals to share how they support men's mental health in the workplace. Visit to access resources that support this mission. For media inquiries, please contact: Richard EibManaging Directorpr@ 213-1335 About Inter/Arch Jobs Inter/Arch Jobs is a global career platform dedicated to connecting professionals across architecture, interior design, and engineering disciplines with leading employers, resources, and community networks in the built environment. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Inter/Arch Jobs LLC Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
