Improving men’s mental health, one activity at a time
As social-distancing restrictions start to ease, Dr James Antoniadis discusses the importance of shared activities for men.
Research shows one in eight men will experience depression and one in five anxiety at some stage of their lives.
Yet they are less likely to pick up the phone to call a friend, or make an appointment with their GP.
This week marks Men’s Health Week (15–21 June) and with the community’s focus firmly planted on coronavirus, Dr James Antoniadis, Chair of RACGP Victoria’s GP and Psychiatry Liaison Committee, says it is an important chance to raise awareness.