Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month: Manchester

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Every November is home to men’s mental health awareness month. Men experience disproportionately high-rates of suicide, with death by suicide being the biggest killer of men under the age of 50 in the UK.

 

There are many reasons why men might talk less about mental health, such as societal expectations of masculinity. Each November, we tackle this stigma and encourage men to talk.

 

Mental illness affects people of every gender, and while the specifics may differ, it’s incorrect to assume that men don’t struggle simply because they are often portrayed, or expected, to be strong and silent. This expectation is rooted in toxic masculinity and has resulted in poor mental health outcomes for men. Men are more likely to experience substance abuse and exhibit violence, and more likely to die by suicide. Skewed expectations around how men should display emotion can lead to a fear of being judged, or for crying or appearing “weak.”

 

#WEALLHAVEAMANINOURLIFE

 

Our events series includes talks from external partners around the themes:

• Breaking the Stigma around Men's Mental Health
• Finding ways to support yours and others wellbeing

No need to register - just show up! Workshop and Talks will be accessible online after the event.

 

Manchester 21st November, 11am – 3pm, Room LGR1 & LGR2

• 11AM: Event Starts
• 12:45PM: Mandem Meet Up
• 1:30PM: Togetherall
• 3PM: Event Close

Men’s Mental Health Awareness @ University of Law Students' Union