MEN: THE SILENT SUFFERERS

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Social Expectations: To be strong and Stoic, discouraging men from being vulnerable

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Mental Health Stigma: Stigma prevents them from openly discussing their emotional struggles

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Fear of weakness: Fear of being perceived as less masculine if they admit to struggling

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Lack of Emotional Education: Hence no tools to communicate their feelings effectively

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Role Models and Representation: Limited representation prevents men from discussing their emotional well-being

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Competitive Culture: Over-emphasis on success discourages men from acknowledging personal challenges

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Isolation: Men isolate themselves due to disbelief that others will not understand their struggles

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Communication Barriers: Men Struggle with comfortably verbalizing their emotions

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Lack of emotional support networks: This can leave men feeling isolated and unheard

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#MenMatter

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Thanks for watching!

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