Defines the disparities in mental health that exist in boys and men as a result of inequitable distributions in power, opportunity, and social determinants and expectations for men. Boys and men of marginalized race/sexual orientation face a more precarious social and mental situation as they do not have full and equitable access to opportunities to secure socioeconomic power.

Presentation defines and lists various policies that are in place to address mental health problems that can occur at various stages of child and adolescent development. These policies have room for improvement, but are essential for preventing depression, suicide, and substance abuse in boys and men.

Brochure. Keywords: MHN; US Department of Veterans Affairs; VA; National Institute of Mental Health; NIMH; anxiety; depression; stress; National Center for PTSD; Pentagon; Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration; SAMHSA; Suicide Prevention Lifeline; Army; Navy; Marines; Air Force

Brochure. Keywords: MHN; US Department of Veterans Affairs; VA; National Institute of Mental Health; NIMH; anxiety; depression; National Center for PTSD; Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration; SAMHSA; Suicide Prevention Lifeline; Army; Navy; Marines; Air Force

Understanding and Overcoming Depression, Anxiety, and Stress. MHN; Armin Brott; Mr. Dad; Military One Source; Salvatore Giorgianni; Jean Bonhomme; Harry Howitt; Air Force Society of Clinical Psychologists; mental health; anger; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; PTSD; Army; Marines; Navy; mood; bipolar; sleep pattern; sex drive; suicide; hormones; male; Viet Nam; Iraq; Afghanistan; brochures

Dr. Walter Jones (Men's Health Network) offers suggestions for avoiding the holiday blues. Key words: Thanksgiving; Christmas; Hanukkah; New Year's; sentiment; nostalgia; joy; depression; alcohol; Seasonal Affective Disorder; SAD; light therapy

National Institutes of Mental Health - Men's Health Network brochure focusing on depression issues in men. Keywords: dysthymia; bipolar disorder; manic-depressive; mood; self-perception; depressive; guilt; dad; irritable; pessimistic; hopelessness; sex; erectile dysfunction; impotence; therapy; psychologist; psychiatrist; suicide

Surgeon General David Satcher. Prepared by the Department of Health and Human Services under the direction of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Mental Health Services in partnership with the National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health. SAMHSA, DHHS, NIMH

Defines translational research and distinguishes the difference between healthy and disordered brain development. Dr. Murphy identifies risk factors that could contribute to disordered development and provides current figures about mental health episodes in men and women across the nation. Some future areas of interest are discussed. Men's Health Network, MHN

Dr. Gregory Tau, a practicing psychiatrist, explains the harms of substance abuse and provides current data for United States youth. Substance abuse disorders are shown to be linked to but not necessarily limited to disruptive behavior disorders, mood disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, and psychotic disorders. Men's Health Network, MHN

Rates were significantly higher for males than females. For males, the rate increased from 8.2 in 1999 to 26.2 in 2016. For females, the rate increased from 3.9 in 1999 to 13.4 in 2016. National Vital Statistics System Mortality File

Not an MHN Document - Everybody deals with anxiety and depression, however some people have a hard time in managing it. As a result, here is a brief list of techniques that a person can use to help manage their most persistent fears and every day anxieties.

Not A MHN Doc - A look at how to help get a man in to see a therapist from Dr. Ronald G. Nathan.

Not a MHN document -- Sometime or another we will experience a time when we are alone. The first step is to become comfortable with yourself and having the self-confidence that you will be able to manage being alone. There is nothing wrong with being alone. If being alone bothers you then seeing a counselor can help you with these issues.

Not a MHN document - All most everybody worries about what will happen in the future. The prospect of not knowing if something good or bad will happen to you in the near future can produce a lot of fear and anxiety. As a result, here is a list of techniques and suggestions on how to manage this fear of dealing with the unknown.

Not a MHN document - What do you do when someone you know has to deal with persistent fears, anxieties, or even depression? Well the first thing you need to do is to get the person to seek the services of a professional who can lead them in the right direction and give them the help they need. In addition, here are some other techniques you can use to help the person cope.

Not a MHN document - When your fears and depression have the best of you, it is easy to feel that things will not get any better. This is not true. There is much help available in today's society and the best way to deal with your fears is to find effective ways to overcome them. As a result, here are some techniques a person can use to help manage their fears and anxieties.

Not a MHN document - All most everybody worries about what will happen when they face a stressful and scary situation. The prospect of not knowing what to do can be frightening. As a result, here is a list of techniques and suggestions on how to manage the fear of an upcoming situation.

Not a MHN document - Your fears, anxieties, and other problems have the best of you and you don't know where to turn for help. At some point you feel totally helpless as you struggle each day. No matter what you do, you cannot run away or hide from your fears. In these cases, some people will use alcohol or other substances to feel better.

Men are socialized to be self-reliant rather than rely on the support of family and friends. Key words: Socialization; cultural influences; gender; men; women; boys; girls; emotions; stereotypes; communication; individualism; self reliance; military; Harry Howitt