June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month

June is dedicated to raising awareness about men’s mental health, an important but often overlooked part of overall well-being. While conversations around mental health have become more common, many men still feel pressure to stay silent, tough it out, or hide their struggles behind a brave face.

The truth is, asking for help is not a weakness, it’s a strength. Mental health challenges don’t discriminate. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress affect men just as deeply as anyone else. However, society's expectations often discourage men from speaking up. This silence can be dangerous, even deadly because men are significantly more likely to die by suicide, not because they suffer more, but because they are less likely to seek support.

This month, and every month, let’s break the stigma. Remind men everywhere that it’s okay to not be okay and they don’t have to struggle with their mental health alone. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out; a conversation can be the first step toward hope and healing. You matter, your mental health matters, and it’s okay to ask for help.

If you or someone you know is in mental crisis, please call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline; it provides free, confidential support 24/7.