GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Wood) — As part of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a man has spent a lot of time over the years breaking down the stigma surrounding brain health.
Doug Meijer said he has done a lot of work on “I Understanding” and has seen some progress in breaking down barriers around depression and mental health, but more men are becoming aware of the issue. I would like it to be open.
“I think men are much less likely than women, and in general, we don’t talk about it enough. , we can talk about it, if someone breaks their leg, oh, it’s disappointing, we talk about it, and it’s okay, but they have mental health issues and brain health issues If you’re in treatment for depression, or if you’re on medication for depression, it seems we tend to put it under the rug and not talk about it. It’s time for us to really get out there and be open about talking about it, to help others and break down prejudices in the process.” said Mayer.
Help is available if you or someone you know is in distress or in danger. To contact Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, call or text 988.
