"A recent review found that signs indicative of increased suicidal risk in men include ‘desperation and frustration in the face of unsolvable problems, helplessness, worthlessness, statements of suicidal intent."

"First, men are simply less likely to experience depression, for unclear reasons. Second, men are reluctant to acknowledge depressive symptoms due to aspects of male socialization."

"Unhealthy coping skills include: denying suffering, ‘sucking it up, isolation, or reducing social connectedness in times of distress."

the face of the increase in toxic masculine ideals in male Gen Zs.

has accumulated millions of followers and views, despite being accused of sex trafficking.

this video shows clips of some of his opinions on women, mental health, and how men should act.

"Throughout most of history, societies have held men as superior to women and, as a result, offer men more mobility, agency, and rights."

"Before World War II... these traits that characterize masculinity included strength, bravery, toughness, and even aggression."

"These values would be tested and rebelled against as a result of the hippie and countercultural movements that spread through America like wildfire in the 1960s."

"As a result, men began growing long hair, which at the time in American society was only typical for women. In addition, the hippie movement did not value toughness and aggression the way traditional values around masculinity did."

Therapy practices

• "Identify and treat psychological distress precipitated by gender role socialization."

Policy

Education

• specifically parents to create an emotionally safe environment for their children specifically men

Public health campaigns

"Create marketing campaigns designed to modify social and cultural norms that endorse the unhealthy male code and consequent violence."

Societal roles

As stated before, this causes many mental health problems

• depression, substance abuse, emotional dysregulation, etc.

Interpersonal Relationships

• uneven power dynamics, social aggression, domestic violence, etc.

Societal impacts

• aggressive manners towards women, LGBTQ community, etc.

• creates an ideology that men should dominate in society

A new political figure who has preached toxic masculine ideals despite never being elected.

Has strong and harmful opinions on: The LGBTQ community, trauma, therapy, and what makes a man a man.

Is known for having bully-like behavior and extremely right views.