Societal Expectations and Masculinity: Men often face societal pressure to conform to traditional masculine norms, such as being stoic and self-reliant, which can discourage them from seeking help for mental health issues.

Psychological and Biological Differences: The article highlights that men and women express depression differently, and men are more likely to engage in impulsive actions, which may lead to higher suicide rates.

Access to Support and Resources: Men may have less access to supportive networks or feel less encouraged to use mental health resources, which can exacerbate feelings of isolation and hopelessness.