Four in Ten Indian Men Don't Open Up About Mental Health, Say Experts

Manipal June 13, 2024: - In the article, 40 Per Cent of Indian Men Don’t Talk About Their Mental Health Openly: Experts, valuable insights are given by Dr Samir Kumar Praharaj, Professor and Head – Department of Psychiatry, Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal.

Dr Samir has highlighted the lack of discussion around men’s mental health is significantly contributing to rising suicide rates among men. Societal expectations often discourage men from expressing their emotions or seeking help, leading to a silent struggle with mental health issues. Dr Samir underscores that addressing this stigma is crucial for improving men's mental well-being.

The article was published in the print & online edition of Rashtriya Sahara, IANS & NDTV

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