Men’s Health Week 2022: Theme, Significance & Importance
Men’s Health Week 2022: All About Men’s Mental Health ━ Mid-June is celebrated as Men’s Health Week since 2002. The idea of observing Men’s Health Week annually is to draw attention and spread awareness about the well-being of men across the world.
This year’s theme ━ “Building Healthy Enviroments For Men and Boys” is announced by Western Sydney University and aims to engage communities across the globe to come together and work towards better men’s lives. The university has focused on men’s mental health this year.
Why is men’s mental health important?
Men’s mental health is more important than ever before due to the increasing workload, pressure, and stress. Mental health has become a global issue, and this is because of the lack of importance provided to men. Bad mental health poses various health complications, affects personal relationships and interrupts productivity, etc.
Some adverse effects of bad mental health
Bad mental health brings various problems with it. It can have an adverse effect on your lifestyle and can result in the following issues.
- Mood disorders
- Smoking
- Alcohol consumption
- Chronic diseases such as depression, asthma, cancer, sleep disorders, and high risks to the heart
How can we contribute to Men’s Health Week?
Men’s Health Week theme for this year is to focus on creating a better environment for men. We must take steps to provide them with a comfortable environment and accept them as they are. Learn how to create a better environment for men.
- Create a healthy environment for men
The first step is to create a healthy and supportive environment for men. Accept them as they are, provide them with the professional and emotional support they require and make them comfortable.
- Start early
According to the theme, start with the younger men, which means teenagers and pre-teens. Listen to them and understand their requirements and desires.
- Help them with guidance
The best thing you can do is to support them and provide guidance where they require it. Arrange or provide them therapies, counselling, and medication if required.
- Implement healthy lifestyle
Mental health issues may arise or worsen the alcohol intake, smoking and other bad habits. Help them follow a healthy lifestyle, including a nutritious diet, adequate sleep, meditation, exercise, etc.
We just need to end the taboo revolving around mental health. It is important to recognize the importance of mental health and need professional guidance.
