Men’s Mental Health

How Exercise Boosts Men’s Mental Health

Medication and psychotherapy remain popular treatment approaches for mental health conditions, but research shows that exercise is also an effective complementary strategy. Engaging regularly in physical activity has been found to reduce stress, enhance mood, and boost cognitive function. Running, weightlifting, and playing sports are great ways to stay active; so too are gardening, washing …

Why Sleep Matters for Men’s Mental Health

Staying rested and alert requires seven hours of uninterrupted restful sleep each night, but many men struggle to meet this goal due to snoring, sleep apnea, insomnia, or other sleep disorders. Sleep has many positive associations with overall health, such as emotional regulation, judgment and decision-making processes, problem-solving abilities, energy balance, and metabolism. 1. Physical …

Breaking the Stigma Around Men’s Mental Health

Unidirectional views are assigned when discussing the well-being of men, notably their mental health. Society has taught us that strength, stoicism, and self-reliance are characteristics that save a man from showing any form of weakness, such as vulnerability. This narrow perception is not without consequences. In reality, optimism is proving to be ever more elusive …

Overcoming Alcohol Dependency – A Men’s Guide

Relapses may happen during recovery, but that doesn’t indicate its failure. Reach out for support from family, counsellors, alcohol-free support groups, and faith communities during difficult periods. Keep busy with healthy activities and hobbies such as exercise, meditation, or yoga to distract yourself. Try replacing alcohol with water, flavoured drinks, or tea, and avoid bars …