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Gents!! JUST for YOU! From me👩🏽⚕️😊👍🏽(with another Specially Invited Guest)
This is the Final Segment for November- What a month!
PART 2 of 2 - Men's MENTAL HEALTH - Do You Really Need a Therapist?
Sadly, despite the increasing need worldwide of issues concerning men's mental health, seeking "help" is still viewed with stigma and disdain.
WHY??
3 words: STIGMA , FEAR, and SHAME.🤫🥺😟
👴🏽😟" REAL men don't go to the doctor; only WEAK men do".
This is one of the MAJOR reasons for men , older and younger, from seeking help, seeking a listening ear, and descending into "depth of despair" and, sadly, suicide and substance abuse continue to escalate as a means of escape.
🔷🔷🔷🔷🔷Please join me as I am so grateful to discuss these matters with Clinical Psychologist Mr. Krisnan Hurdle who will
🔷Review those at risk
🔷 Describe the many ways that men can (safely and in privacy reach out to a trained therapist for assistance ) and
🔷Practical methods and healthy coping strategies which not only improve self-confidence, but also improve the closest and most meaningful relationships in our lives!
🔷🔷🔷🔷🔷
Contact Mr Hurdle : @https://www.instagram.com/insightconsultingcbean/
I trust that you will find this information vital for you and your friends and family who may be struggling to cope with stressors.
It is a sign of COURAGE💯 , NOT weakness, to reach out when you are overwhelmed.
Remember:
👴🏽😟💙LISTEN! If your friend or relative is exhibiting any of these signs , listen to the unspoken word; take them seriously (suicide among older persons IS increasing)
👴🏽😟💙Don't just "bring it up"; start with general conversation and again: ;let them TALK!
👴🏽😟💙 Form a "men's only community- "MANSHED" - mentor, provide a safe space to talk freely and .... eventually suggest seeking help.
Gents; older or younger:
WE NEED YOU!💙💙💙
YOU MATTER!💙💙💙
What action step will you take TODAY?
💙Prevention, Preparation, Protection💙
Good vibes always!💗
From my heart to yours💗
Dr. Lana
(Disclaimer: this is not meant to dictate medical information; please see full advice from your medical doctor)
#lanaslittlethings
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Overwhelmed? Let's connect: 📧lana@lanaannemd.com
For more insights and connect for a FREE face-to-Face 15 minute Zoom call, and a place where we can connect as physicians on my website: lanaslittlethings.com
If you're a Family Caregiver at your wit's end, needing a different perspective, set up your free 15-minute coaching call-also by email -lana@lanaannemd.com - or on lanaslittlethings.com.
I always look forward to meeting Fellow Family Caregivers- we gotta stick together!💯
LANA'S LITTLE THINGS #189
#mentalhealth #mensmentalhealth #mensmentalhealthawareness #mensmentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthstigma #takechargeofyourlife #personalstory #familyhistory #mindfulness #healthylifestyle #counselling #seekhelp
Gents!! JUST for YOU! From me👩🏽⚕️😊👍🏽
Welcome back!
November is Men's Health Month! 💙
PART 1 of 2 - MENTAL HEALTH IN OLDER MALES
Sadly, this is increasing worldwide, notably among men in general; and older males.
WHY??
3 words: STIGMA ,FEAR, SHAME.🤫🥺😟
👴🏽😟" Real Men don't go to the doctor; only WEAK men do".
This is one of the MAJOR reasons for men , especially older males , from seeking help, seeking a listening ear, and descending into "depth of despair" and , sadly, suicide and substance abuse; feeling unwanted and . unvalidated.
Yet there are several factors which uniquely affect older males and there IS HELP; if we recognise the risks and note the signs and .......be the FRIEND/FAMILY that LISTENS and STICKS together.💖
Please join me as I discuss a few of these and when and where help may be found )more on that next week)
RISKS:
👴🏽😟Major depressive disorder is strongly associated with suicide among older adults
👴🏽😟Previous mental health disorders many of which were undiagnosed when younger
👴🏽😟Chronic physical ill-health is also associated with suicide risk (and the more diseases, the higher the risk and thought : "there is no help".
👴🏽😟Chronic pain appears to be a more important factor in male than in female suicide.
👴🏽😟Stressful life events – especially loss of a spouse or best friend
👴🏽😟Loss of your social circle
👴🏽😟Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
SIGNS:
👴🏽😟Social withdrawal
👴🏽😟Talk of wanting to die; saying " I'm old and no use to anyone"; "it's time for me to go"
👴🏽😟Substance use/abuse (especially silent
👴🏽😟Change of sexual identity
👴🏽😟Abuse as a child ,which was never reported or raised until very late in life; tus no help was sought or available.
👴🏽😟Retirement or loss of a job
HOW TO HELP?
👴🏽😟💙LISTEN! If your friend or relative is exhibiting any of these signs , listen to the unspoken word; take them seriously (suicide among older persons IS increasing)
👴🏽😟💙Don't just "bring it up"; start with general conversation and again: ;let them TALK!
👴🏽😟💙 Form a "men's only community- "MANSHED" - mentor, provode a safe space to talk freely and .... gradually suggest seeking help.
Gents; older or younger:
WE NEED YOU!💙💙💙
YOU MATTER!💙💙💙
What action step will you take TODAY?
💙Prevention, Preparation, Protection💙
Good vibes always!💗
From my heart to yours💗
Dr. Lana
(Disclaimer: this is not meant to dictate medical information; please see full advice from your medical doctor)
.....................................................
Overwhelmed? Let's connect: 📧lana@lanaannemd.com
For more insights and connect for a FREE face-to-Face 15 minute Zoom call, and a place where we can connect as physicians on my website:
lanaslittlethings.com
If you're a Family Caregiver at your wit's end, needing a different perspective, set up your free 15-minute coaching call-also by email -lana@lanaannemd.com - or on lanaslittlethings.com.
I always look forward to meeting Fellow Family Caregivers- we gotta stick together!💯
