Be a support

“As a man, I feel HeadsUpGuys has given me a resource to share with colleagues and friends to support men with mental health issues.” – Age 35, UK

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The men in our lives need support and we can be the difference.

When a guy is dealing with depression, a reliable support system is crucial.[1] Friends and family are often integral in noticing and addressing problematic symptoms, and can be a major part of the recovery process. Whether we’re a guy with depression who wants to help a friend or someone who knows a guy dealing with depression, our support can influence a man to confront the issue and give him a source of strength throughout his recovery process.

Providing support for a man with depression requires a great deal of empathy, understanding, and encouragement. This section of our site offers a number of tips for noticing the signs of depression in men and being an effective support.

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References:

  1. Jensen, M., Smith, A., Bombardier, C., Yorkston, K., Miró, J., & Molton, I. (2014). Social support, depression, and physical disability: Age and diagnostic group effects. Disability and Health Journal, 7(2), 164-172. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dhjo.2013.11.001