Hey everyone, Dr. Russ Kennedy here! Today on the AnxietyRX Podcast, we're tackling a topic that's close to my heart: anxiety in men and boys.
We all see it, right? Guys seem to just bottle everything up. But here's the thing - anxiety doesn't discriminate! In this episode, I'm gonna explain why even though some guys might seem cool as a cucumber, they could be silently freaking out.
We're gonna unpack how society basically tells men to "toughen up" and "be a man", not exactly helpful advice when you're feeling anxious. We'll dig into why guys might be hesitant to reach out for help, and how these patterns often start when they're just young boys.
I'm gonna share some tips on how to build better support networks for the men in your life, and how to have real conversations that go beyond the usual "man up" routine.
This episode is a must-listen if you want to understand the men in your life better.
Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.
PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 3700+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
01:08 - Early Signs of Anxiety in Males
02:17 - Men's Avoidance of Anxiety
03:18 - Coping Mechanisms
04:15 - Impact of Anxiety on Men's Mental Health
05:26 - Substance Use and Coping Strategies
06:41 - Challenges of Seeking Help
07:50 - Fatherhood and Anxiety
09:06 - Men's Groups and Support
10:13 - Addressing Male Vulnerability
11:42 - Men's Mental Health and Connection
13:00 - Coping Strategies and Intention for Change
15:20 - Scatter Joy Project