Men's Mental Health: Symptoms, Impacts & Seeking Support

Throughout their lives, men and boys experience unique health challenges, including those related to mental health and well-being. CVS Health's Chief Psychiatric Officer, Taft Parsons III, M.D., explores the signs, symptoms, and impacts of mental health challenges in men, and how we can encourage them to speak up and seek support, despite often being socialized to hide their feelings and emotions.
00:00 What mental health conditions are most prominent in men?
00:47 How can we encourage men to speak up and get the care they need?
01:53 Are there any cultural aspects to men's mental health?
02:47 What can explain the rise in eating disorders in men & boys?
03:51 What impact does fatherhood have on mental health?