While mental illnesses affect both men and women, the prevalence of mental illnesses in men is often lower than women. Men with mental illnesses are also less likely to have received mental health treatment than women in the past year. However, men are more likely to die by suicide than women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Recognizing the signs that you or someone you love may have a mental disorder is the first step toward getting treatment. The earlier that treatment begins, the more effective it can be.<\/p>\n
Warning Signs<\/p>\n
Men and women can develop most of the same mental disorders and conditions but may experience different symptoms. Some symptoms include:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Anger, irritability, or aggressiveness<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Noticeable changes in mood, energy level, or appetite<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Difficulty concentrating, feeling restless, or on edge<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Increased worry or feeling stressed<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Misuse of alcohol and\/or drugs<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Sadness or hopelessness<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Suicidal thoughts<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Feeling flat or having trouble feeling positive emotions<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Engaging in high-risk activities<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Aches, headaches, digestive problems without a clear cause<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Obsessive thinking or compulsive behavior<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Thoughts or behaviors that interfere with work, family, or social life<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Unusual thinking or behaviors that concern other people<\/p>\n
Mental disorders can be treated: If you are unsure where to go for help, ask your family doctor or visit NIMH\u2019s Help for Mental Illnesses webpage.<\/p>\n
If you or someone you know is in a crisis, get help immediately. You can call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Line at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).<\/p>\n
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Source https:\/\/www.nimh.nih.gov\/health\/topics\/men-and-mental-health\/#part_152634<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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