Why More Men Now Choose Therapy & Medication

ociety has had a certain perception of what masculinity is for years — one that all too often demanded strength, stoicism, and emotion suppression. Men were to man up, hold it together, and never, ever be vulnerable. Those days are changing, however, as are conversations about mental health. More men than ever are now seeking therapy and, when necessary, medication to address their mental health. That shift isn’t a welcome development — it’s one that’s necessary.

In this article, we will delve into why more men are turning to therapy and medication, what obstacles they had to overcome, and how this revolution is changing lives for the better.

The Stigma Men Have Faced Around Mental Health
For many years, masculinity norms of manhood all conspired to keep men from talking about emotional pain. To be “a man” was to be tough, providers, and never reveal turmoil within. To be weak was to be vulnerable, and to seek help — especially for mental health — was never in the cards.

Thus, most men suppressed their emotions, coped with stress, and endured silently anxiety, depression, or trauma. The results were devastating: increased levels of drug and alcohol abuse, isolation, and in a few devastating instances, suicide. Indeed, worldwide statistics always reveal that men are less likely to receive mental health treatment, but more likely to commit suicide.

The good news is that this old-fashioned thinking is starting to change.

Why Are More Men Turning to Therapy and Medication Today?
There are a number of reasons why it is so crucial. Let us go ahead and enumerate the reasons why men are finally empowered to prioritize their mental health: