Springfield, Mo. (KY3) – A recent Centers for Disease Control health report found that men are 3 to 4 times more likely to die by suicide than women. And this is a live, alive, well topic.
The new study found that suicide rates among men increased in all age groups from 2009 to 2019. Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Baker Men face barriers to accessing mental health care, she said. For many men, just believing there is a problem is a sign of weakness. Men can’t tell their friends about the problem. If they are seeing a therapist, they are less likely to share that information.
Dr. Baker also notes that a spouse, mother or sister often notices a mental health problem in men and is unsure of what to do next.
The best we can do is listen, and that means we may need to slow down. Stop talking, stop talking fast. Wait for him to respond before you say something. That’s critical,” explained Dr. Baker. “They have a hard time asking for help. And in many, many situations that I’ve known and been involved in, that was the case. People didn’t ask for help until it was too late. And then I’m looking at the partner, I don’t see the person.
Another trait in depressed or anxious men; They don’t say. I feel sad all the time.. Instead, I don’t care what you like anymore…like sports. This is often a sign of anxiety or depression.
Dr. Baker and Good fathers In 2023, it will focus on men’s mental health. You can find her podcast. over here.
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