Men are often taught from childhood that they cannot cry. Can't express their feelings and can't show their sorrow to anyone. We all have always heard that men do not feel pain, but is there any truth in this fact? According to the reports, men also feel pain and men also know how to cry, but neither men are able to express this properly nor do people in society accept men like this. This is the reason why men all over the world also suffer from mental stress.

Men buried under the responsibilities and needs of the family often do not pay attention to themselves. For this reason, he does not share the minor problems or problems in his life with anyone, which later takes the form of mental stress. Many men around the world struggle with problems like prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health. Not only this but suicide cases are also seen more in men than in women.

According to a report by the American Psychological Association, about 30.6 percent of people suffer from depression at some point in their lifetime. But even after this men shy away from seeking any kind of help or medical treatment for their problems. This behavior of his makes his problem even more serious. At the same time, such men who are able to express their feelings without any fear, get a lot of help in emerging from mental stress. In such a situation, it is very important that men should be talked openly about their mental health.

According to the National Institutes of Health, different symptoms of depression can be seen in different men. Not every man with depression shows the same symptoms. Where few symptoms are visible in some, there are a lot of them in some. Some of the common symptoms include-

  • anger, irritability, or aggression
  • feeling anxious, restless, or lonely
  • loss of interest in work, family, or any pleasurable activities
  • decreased sexual desire and performance
  • feeling sad or hopeless
  • problems concentrating or remembering
  • feeling very tired, unable to sleep, or sleeping too much
  • eating excessively or not wanting to eat at all
  • suicidal thoughts or suicide attempts
  • body aches, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems
  • alcohol or drug addiction

Causes of depression in men

Genetic Factor- Men who have had a history of depression in their family or their members are more likely to have depression problems.

Environmental stress - Financial problems, loss of a loved one, relationship problems, major life changes, problems at work, or any stressful situation can trigger depression in some men.

Illness- Depression can occur with other serious medical illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease, or Parkinson's disease. Depression can make these conditions worse. Sometimes, medicines taken for these diseases can have side effects, which can trigger or worsen depression.

How to help men suffering from depression

  • Men often do not express their feelings. In such a situation, it is very important that you identify these symptoms in them and encourage them to visit the doctor.
  • Medicines called antidepressants can work well to treat depression, but they can take several weeks to become effective.
  • Several types of psychotherapy or "talk therapy" can help treat depression. For some depression, these treatments are just as effective as medications.
  • Never ignore comments about suicide and alert your doctor about it.
  • If a man close to you is battling depression, be understanding, patient, and encouraging by letting him know that depression will go away with time and treatment.