Celebrate Father’s Day by Raising Awareness of Men’s Mental Health
Father’s Day is a time to celebrate and honour the fathers and father figures in our lives. It’s also an excellent opportunity to highlight an important issue that affects many dads: men’s mental health. This Father’s Day, let’s break the silence, challenge the stigma, and support the mental well-being of fathers everywhere.
Paternal Postpartum Depression: Just like mothers, new fathers can experience postpartum depression, with up to 10% of fathers affected.
Stress and Anxiety: The pressures of providing for a family and being a role model can lead to significant stress and anxiety.
Isolation: Many fathers feel isolated, thinking they must handle their emotions alone due to societal expectations of masculinity.
Let’s make this Father’s Day not only a celebration of fatherhood, but also a commitment to supporting the mental well-being of all men in our lives.