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Understanding depression in men
Depression, often misconceived as a silent battle fought in the shadows, affects individuals indiscriminately, transcending age, gender, and background. While the topic of mental health has gained traction in recent years, there remains a significant gap in understanding how depression uniquely impacts men. This blog aims to shed light on the nuances of male depression, exploring the societal stigma, unique challenges, and the importance of...
Addressing Mental Health in the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Communities
It is known that rates of mental illness for people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds are sometimes greater than for white people. It is also known that black men are more likely to experience psychosis and also more likely to be detained under...
We Did It! For Men To Talk completed the Virtual London Marathon 2022
On Sunday 2 October 2022, whilst visiting Biggleswade, Sandy, Potton or Sutton, you may have seen seven members of the men peer support group 'For Men To Talk' walking a 26.2 mile marathon. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the London Marathon moved to the month of...
‘For Men To Talk’ Founder Wins BBC Three Counties Radio ‘Make A Difference’ Award
By Luke Newman, founder/director of 'For Men To Talk' As I write this, I'm still stunned, humbled and emotional to have been awarded a 'Make A Difference' Award from BBC Three Counties Radio held on Thursday 22 September at the Grove Theatre in Dunstable. The station...