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Why Men Resist Going to Therapy, And Why We Shouldn't

Men get depressed, suffer anxiety, and battle suicidal thoughts and urges, yet are far less likely than women to seek therapy. While women are more likely to consult with a therapist, men often downplay their bouts of mental anguish, and often go to extreme lengths to avoid tending to their psychological needs, possibly upending their lives and those of loved ones as a result.