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The trigger for these behaviors could be in the societal gender norms that men have in themselves. Young boys are often prohibited from showing emotions such as sadness or helplessness. They are taught to be independent and in control of their life. | The trigger for these behaviors could be in the societal gender norms that men have in themselves. Young boys are often prohibited from showing emotions such as sadness or helplessness. They are taught to be independent and in control of their life. | ||
Major life events can occur that cause men to become conflicted with their inward feelings versus the expected outward appearance. | Major life events can occur that cause men to become conflicted with their inward feelings versus the expected outward appearance<ref>Branney, P., & White, A. (2008). Big boys don't cry: Depression and men. ''Advances in Psychiatric Treatment'', ''14''(4), 256-262.</ref>. | ||
* Physical illness | |||
* Loss of a partner or paternal bond | |||
* Loss of status and/or prestige with employment | |||
* Financial problems | |||
Events such as these can challenge a man's ideal view of masculinity. Men can believe that they are now weak, a failure or undesirable. | |||
== Effects of Untreated Depression == | == Effects of Untreated Depression == | ||
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Original Editor - Matt Huey
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Depression is in the top ten burdens of disability worldwide and the leading cause for nonfatal disorders[1]. It has been primarily been diagnosed in women, with findings of a 2:1 ratio[2]. It is believed, however, that this may not be accurate. It is believed that man are more likely to "mask" their depression and not seek treatment leading to underreports of the diagnosis. This underreporting may be due to the difference in presentation compared to men and women. In the physical therapy setting, men could have an underlying depression due to a life event that is affecting their reports of pain and functional status.
Difference in Presentation[edit | edit source]
Men often do not present with the textbook signs and symptoms of depression, which include sadness, anxiety, feeling of hopelessness, or loss of interest in hobbies or activities that the person once enjoyed. A man's presentation of depression early on may present with the following symptoms[3]:
- Irritability
- Anger
- Hostility
- Abusive Behaviors
- Substance Abuse
- Escaping Behavior
Men do not often seek out medical help for their feelings of depression and if they do see a medial profession, will not discuss their emotions. They instead will "act out" to cover up their feelings. These actions may be to numb or distract themselves to the underlying problem or feelings. Common examples are men putting in more work at their job or abusing alcohol or even extramarital affairs.
Triggers of Depression in Men[edit | edit source]
The trigger for these behaviors could be in the societal gender norms that men have in themselves. Young boys are often prohibited from showing emotions such as sadness or helplessness. They are taught to be independent and in control of their life.
Major life events can occur that cause men to become conflicted with their inward feelings versus the expected outward appearance[4].
- Physical illness
- Loss of a partner or paternal bond
- Loss of status and/or prestige with employment
- Financial problems
Events such as these can challenge a man's ideal view of masculinity. Men can believe that they are now weak, a failure or undesirable.
Effects of Untreated Depression[edit | edit source]
Effects of Depression on Physical Therapy Outcomes[edit | edit source]
How Therapists can Help[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Friedrich MJ. Depression Is the Leading Cause of Disability Around the World. JAMA. 2017 Apr 18;317(15):1517. doi: 10.1001/jama.2017.3826. PMID: 28418490.
- ↑ Addis, M. E. (2008). Gender and depression in men. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 15(3), 153.
- ↑ Cochran, S. V., & Rabinowitz, F. E. (2003). Gender-sensitive recommendations for assessment and treatment of depression in men. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 34(2), 132.
- ↑ Branney, P., & White, A. (2008). Big boys don't cry: Depression and men. Advances in Psychiatric Treatment, 14(4), 256-262.
