When is Men’s Mental Health Month?

 

When is men’s mental health month? It’s important to learn more about depression in men. Despite being the second leading cause of death for men, suicide is an increasingly common cause of death for middle-aged and elderly men. Men make up 70 percent of all suicides, and increasing suicide rates in middle age and older men are raising the risk of mental illness. Suicide is not a sign of weakness; it’s a disease that affects mood regulation. High-stress levels and medical conditions can also cause depression, as well as certain medications. Continue reading “When is Men’s Mental Health Month?”