Men’s Mental Health: Is There a Way Out of The Crisis? | Owen O’Kane and Matt Johnson

Why are 12 million men in the UK suffering in complete silence?Men and boys are told to "man up," but suicide is still the biggest killer of men under 50. To mark Men’s Mental Health Awareness month, we’re joined by therapist to Lewis Capaldi and Sunday Times Bestselling author Owen O’Kane, and broadcaster and mental health campaigner Matt Johnson. Together they discuss the most common symptoms of anxiety and depression that men, their colleagues, family and friends can look out for - and share simple tools for addressing the men’s mental health crisis.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter hereTimecodes:00:00 This is What Good Therapy is About 00:30 Defining Depression & Anxiety 01:15 Matt Johnson: My Experience with Severe Depression02:20 The Hidden Symptom of Men's Depression03:38 When To Seek Help for Depression04:26 The Exhaustion of "Faking It" (Matt's Story)05:27 A Therapy Technique: How to Relate to Your Depression06:42 My Suicide Attempt: Learning Self-Compassion08:12 The "Grim" State of UK Men's Mental Health Services09:59 Has 'Diagnosis Culture' Become a Problem?11:00 The 3 Parts of You: How To Rescue Your Inner Child13:32 Why Men Struggle with Therapy (Wanting a Quick Fix)15:30 The Problem with "Alpha Culture" and Self-Optimization17:37 Toxic Masculinity: A Therapist's Personal Story21:38 Men ARE Ready to Talk (But We Have a Problem with Teens)23:13 Breaking Free from "What a Man Should Be"29:22 "I Don't Want to Do The Feeling Stuff" - Why Men Fear Therapy39:12 Free Tools to Use When You Can't Afford Therapy44:43 The Practical Power of Hope (Even in Palliative Care)50:47 The Dangers of the "Big Wellness" IndustryResources if you’re in need:Mind Charity | Useful contacts – suicidal thoughtsCampaign Against Living MiserablyContact a Samaritan  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.