Senior Men with Depression
Male Depression Information
Depression often affects older men, especially those over the age of 40. We will all experience depression at some point in our lives. It is important to treat the condition as soon as possible. In men, it can lead to other actions and even health conditions that can be negative. Below is some information about depression and how it affects men.
1. Many men will deny that they are depressed. This is often due to the fact that men feel they must be strong, and depression would be a sign of weakness.
2. Male depression is a serious disease. More than 80% of suicides are men. Many of these men were suffering from depression.
3. Between 60 and 80% of men who are depressed will never seek any form of treatment.
4. Those who do seek help find they have some relief from their symptoms.
5. Depressed males are more likely to act out their feelings. Women tend to keep these inside, but depressed men may become violent as a result of their condition.
6. Men feel there are others to blame for their depression. They will also begin to sleep less and become agitated.
Source: Men Alive
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