Men's Health Week raising awareness for Men's mental health

Men's Health Week begins next week, raising awareness and encouraging men to understand the importance of prioritising their mental and physical health. An average of seven men die by suicide daily, with three times as many men as women taking their own lives. “There’s a sense of...awkwardness, I think still, around men and reaching out and getting support,” said The Banyans Healthcare Chief Psychologist Peter Hayton. “There’s this kind of sense of ‘I’ve got to be strong in myself, and be the alpha or be in charge, or be less emotional. “Those kinds of issues really prevent men from reaching out and getting support, not just in our mental health … but also our physical health too.” If you or anyone you know is feeling distressed, you can call Lifeline on 13-11-14