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COMMERCIAL-IN-CONFIDENCE
Men’s Mental Health
&
Managing What Matters
AFA Webinar
- 10 May 2022 -
Runner Up Best New Men’s Health Initiative – 2021 Men’s Health
Awards (AMHF)
Top 3 People’s Choice Awards – 2021 Men’s Health Awards (AMHF)
Welcome to country
We would like to begin by acknowledging the Traditional
Custodians of the lands on which we gather today, and
pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples joining us today.
Dr Dave Anthony Chief Executive & Co-Founder
OUTLINE • Men’s Mental health landscape • Warning signs and symptoms • The barriers to accessing support • How to support those experiencing distress • How to help yourself • Some support options
The men’s mental health
landscape
WHY we do what we do
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ALMOST 50% OF MEN
will experience mental ill-health/illness at some
stage in their life.
1 IN 10 NEW DADS
will experience postnatal depression and
anxiety.
7 (of 9) SUICIDES PER DAY
in Australia are men.
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50 - 70% 43%
of men with a mental illness of men reportedly regret
DO NOT seek professional asking for help because it DID
support. NOT meet their expectations.
ONLY 20% 50% LESS
of people seeking government funded young men access mental health
mental health support are men. support than young women.
Men significantly less likely to access EAP services
(Workreach Solutions, 2019)
‘Mental Health’
In the chat box, write what comes to mind when
you hear the term “Mental Health”
Mental Health & Mental Illness
THRIVING
SOME • Relationship difficulties – separation and divorce,
pregnancy and parenting difficulties.
COMMON • Financial stress.
ISSUES • Work-related pressures, incl job changes.
• Recent or pending unemployment.
• Social isolation and loneliness.
• Physical illness.
• Drug and alcohol misuse / abuse.
• Gambling.A quick side note on ‘stress’…
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Warning signs and symptomsWHAT works & what doesn’t
THE BARRIERS TO ACCESSING In the chat box, write what you believe stops SUPPORT people reaching out for support
THE EVIDENCE BASE
• The Barriers
• Knowledge & Understanding (from men)
• A skills deficit…
• Your anecdotal evidence?• Shift in “stigma” around talking about mental health.
SOME GOOD • 10% increase in men seeking help over the past 10 years.
NEWS TO
CONSIDER… • Your behaviour influences the behaviour of those around you –
but it requires us to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.
• Increased recognition of need for a ‘gendered lens’ in men's
health treatment and support.
• Increasing number of men’s specific health services.HOW to support those experiencing distress
The 4 R’s https://mantlehealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/How-to-support-the-men-in-your-life.pdf
RECOGNISE
What behaviour change have you noticed?
(what warning lights are flashing on the dashboard)
When & Where will you start the conversation?
Who could you refer to if needed?RESPOND
• Act early, with curiosity and compassion
• Activity based (e.g., Walk & Talk)
• Avoid “shoulds and musts”
• Focus on behaviour change, AND highlight your
concern?
(e.g., "You normally call me once a week to check in, but you’re
not doing that as much lately. I’m worried about you and would
like to know what's going on for you at the moment?")
• Did you get a Redirect? Organise a time soon to
RECONNECTRESPOND (cont.)
• This IS NOT about you solving the problem
• This is about letting someone verbalise the concerns that have
been worrying them
• Engage (body language, minimize your distractions)
• Actively Listen
• Keep judgements to yourself (curiosity first – seek to explore)REFER – Empower
• CARE, don’t carry
• Work with them to identify options
• Coaching questions first & foremost
“Who’s been a good support for you in the past?“
“What has worked for you previously?”
“How can I support you?”REFER – Support Options
• Other social supports - mates, family, trusted people, others:
https://mrperfect.org.au/pages/mens-health-directory
• Reliable resources (e.g., https://headsupguys.org/)
• GPs (to access a MHP)
• Mental health professionals (that use a gendered approach)
• Relationships Australia
• Crisis support – EAP, Lifeline, Suicide Call Back Service, Mensline.
• Boys options – ReachOut, Headtohealth chatstarter
NB: A link to our 4Rs Resource sheet will be
emailed after the sessionRECONNECT
• Negotiate a plan & follow up your conversation before you
wrap up.
• Nurture & Nudge over Nag
(concern over criticism; no “should & musts”)
• CARE, don’t carry
NB: A link to our 4Rs Resource sheet will be
emailed after the sessionStrategies for mastering your Mental
HealthPositive signs & ‘symptoms’
In the chat box: What are you doing when your Mental
Health is at its best (at work & away from work)?Back to ‘stress’…
What is most important to What are your “thriving”
you currently? behaviours?
How do you best manage Move, Eat, Rest, Socialise
high pressure?Productivity & Self-Care
External Resources/Supports
(Prevention & Early Intervention)
• Social supports - mates, family, trusted people. • Psychologists (not just for ill-health).
• Interest Groups (e.g., Mr Perfect’s Men’s Health • Beyond Blue’s New Access Coaching Service
Directory).
• Relationships Australia
• Heads Up Guys website.
• Crisis support – EAP, Lifeline, Suicide Call Back
• GPs (to access a MHP). Service, Mensline.Q&A
Please type your questions
into the chat boxRECIPROCITY CONTRIBUTION TRUST COMMUNICATION GROWTH
Contact us
Dr Dave Anthony
Co-Founder & CEO
e: davida@mantlehealth.com.au
P: 1300 646 753
m: 0423 677 412You can also read
