With so much exposure in the UK, with the support of key members of the Royal Family, sports personalities, actors, singers - mental health still has a stigma attached to it. The figures relating to people of all ages suffering from Mental Health issues is higher than ever before.
The stiff upper lip approach is a burden, not only for men but for everyone concerned. Taking the first step towards asking for help is the most important. There is no shame in feeling mentally unwell - no one criticises a physical ailment and the same should apply to anxiety, depression, feeling unsafe in one’s mind.
You cannot see the pain, but it is quite clearly there.