HEADS UP - Raising awareness for young male depression

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• How Can I Help
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Young Male Depression

What is depression?

Depression is more than just a low mood - it's a serious illness that requires attention.

People with depression find it hard to function every day.

Depression can have serious effects on physical and mental health

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How do you know if someone is depressed?

Most people assume that depression is caused simply by recent personal difficulties. Depression however, is often caused by a mix of recent events and other longer-term or personal risk factors

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Men and depression

Studies show that men are at greater risk of their depression going unrecognised and untreated when compared to women. This is thought to relate to several factors.

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How can I help?

Remeber, it's ok to be nosey!

• Talk to your mate: Ask "How are you going?" or "What is troubling you?"
• Listen and spend some time together
• Be a friend; make a phone call for your mate! LINKS
• Talk to someone for advice LINKS
• Remember you don't need to know all the answers!

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