Men and Depression
In the United States, approximately 6 million men suffer from a depressive disorder including major depression, dysthymia (less severe but chronic depression), bipolar disorder every year. Many men do not know that they are depressed, and if they do know they are not willing to accept it and ask for help.
Men who are experiencing depression tend to report feeling fatigued, irritable, losing interest in work or hobbies, and having sleep disturbances. It is tragic, but four times more men die by suicide than women, even though women make more suicide attempts during their lives.
Depression is a real illness; it can strike at any age and to anyone regardless of their educational, economic, social or cultural background. But the good news is that it is treatable and with proper diagnosis and treatment, the vast majority of men with depression can be helped.
References & Resources:
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/real-men-real-depression-easy-to-read/index.shtml