Andrew Lawes—like so many of us—knows what it is like to be on the brink of despair. He hopes his words will connect with those who need it most.
JedCampus Initiative: Assessing Emotional Support Services at School
June 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Though most schools have mental health services, not all are created equal; the Jed Foundation wants to assess the services of different schools so that they can make informed suggestions to incoming college students who need or desire exceptional emotional support resources.
Actor Stephen Fry Discusses His 2012 Suicide Attempt
June 11, 2013 by 3 Comments
During an interview with comedian Richard Herring, Stephen Fry admitted that he attempted to take his own life last year while working abroad.
Re-Humanizing Male Support Systems: The 3 a.m. Card
June 11, 2013 by 5 Comments
In our darkest hours, it is important to have an emergency support system, and though it can be hard, sometimes we need to be able to let go of our pride and let in those closest to us.
Call the Doctor! Our Guys Are Drowning!
May 25, 2013 by 1 Comment
Dennis Barbour examines why boys and men aren’t getting the health care they need.
Students Victimized for Perceived Sexual Orientation
May 22, 2013 by 1 Comment
A new study finds that students bullied because they are believed to be gay are much more likely than others to be suicidal and depressed.
The Crisis of Masculinity in Britain
May 16, 2013 by 3 Comments
There is a “crisis of masculinity in Britain” because of the pressures rapid economic and social change have placed on masculine identity says Diane Abbott, a senior British Politician. The rise of a “Viagra and Jack Daniels culture” is an indication of the pressure young men are under to live up to “pornified ideals.”
Kevin Briggs Honored by a Man Whose Life He Saved
May 16, 2013 by 1 Comment
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Kevin Berthia both recognized the life-saving efforts of Kevin Briggs, the “Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge,” last week at a public service ceremony.
Should You Tell Your Girlfriend, Wife, Partner, Family and Friends that You’re Suffering with Mental Illness?
May 13, 2013 by 25 Comments
Andy Behrman knows firsthand that for men, there are few things more taboo than admitting to mental illness.
I Should Have Been Finding Him Reasons To Live
May 13, 2013 by 21 Comments
After losing his best friend to suicide, Eirik Rogers was flooded with grief and on the brink of taking his own life—until another man’s story saved him.
Be a Man. (Even if it Kills You.)
May 11, 2013 by 4 Comments
Mitchell Fink tried to do all the things he thought he was supposed to do as a man. Until he found himself depressed, alone, unable to ask for help — and suicidal.
“The kids that bullied me had no idea they’d play a part in 12 different suicide attempts. How could they?”
May 8, 2013 by 2 Comments
This is a comment by Mike Potter on the post “Should We Forgive Apologetic Bullies?”
Traditional Gender Expectations May Contribute to Rising Suicide Rates in Men
May 8, 2013 by 8 Comments
Feeling trapped between a traditional masculinity and a progressive one can contribute to depression and suicide in men.
A Father Walks to End Bullying (VIDEO)
May 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It will take 2 years, but Joe Bell plans to walk across the US as a tribute to his son.
When Teen Boys Lose Hope
April 30, 2013 by 9 Comments
Hopeless and angry young males can do desperate things. How mentors can stand by in their times of crisis.
“The math of death is merciless.”
This comment is by wellokaythen on the post New Study: Male Suicide at All Time High.