Breaking the Silence: Why Men Need to Talk About Their Mental Health | Henry Nelson Case | TEDxAUBG

In his talk, Henry shares his personal journey with mental health struggles as a young lawyer and how toxic masculine stereotypes played a role in his experience. He discusses the societal expectations and gender norms that make it difficult for men to seek support when struggling with mental health issues and the harmful coping mechanisms that men often turn to. Henry also highlights the significant consequences of this stigma and lack of support, including male suicide, and offers practical solutions to promote men's mental health. Henry is a qualified lawyer from the UK, and a newfound influencer as well. He strives to promote the importance of mental health in the workplace and challenges toxic corporate behaviors.

On social media, he creates relatable and impactful content that positively touches the lives of all those who have been affected by negative corporate workplace behaviors. Henry is also a co-founder of a company that helps law firms and organizations utilize the benefits of short-form videos.

[mentalhealthcareus]

Breaking the stigma, supporting men's mental health

[AGlazDonut]

Every day I want to unalive myself because of stress and depression, one day I will, but at least people are talking about it

[robert-hhft]

im a 53 year old man and i agree with what this man has said

[chunwong]

The more I feel depressed the more I want to stay alone; I simply do not want to see any people

[martinwassenius]

I tried to talk to a friend once. She told me to seek professional help and ghosted me after that. I believe we are able to reach out and talk but at this stage we have to be really cautious about who we choose to talk to

[liamlynch]

It’s hard to work a busy job, keep up with the house, parent multiple children, keep up with your health/fitness, all on top of your own personal traumas, guilts, regrets, etc.

[GBONESLY]

Sadly no one care really. Just a few. I appreciate the words

[SSJfraz]

Society: "Men need to talk about their mental health".

Also society when men try to open up about their mental health: "Man up beta!"

[ByteSizeParodies]

Fantastic talk Henry!! It's so inspiring to see men taking action to assist with male mental health in our communities! It's just crazy that we are taught to suppress our feelings, so putting this message out there for other men to hear that they are not alone, and that it's healthy...even imperative that we are there for one another when we need support. There is nothing weak about discussing how we feel...in fact it takes a great deal of strength!! Way to get the conversation started Henry!! Someone absolutely needed to hear this message today!

[peterreed]

I wish men would talk including me but frankly I don't think it will ever happen. Unfortunately society sees men as being toxic by default and that all the ills of the world are their fault, so when men do open up it very, very rarely goes well...sadly I've learnt this the hard way. Even when I'm at my most down I never ever feel lonely. I always prefer my own company and that's why I always decline invites to social events and that includes my son's wedding next year. Thankfully he's very understanding and we've agreed that we will celebrate separately from the main event.

[adayinthelife]

Been going though a crisis myself. It is so hard to find support, even when you do it is the same man up laced talk.

Support groups are non existent. And for what ever reason getting mental health support has to be blocked with unnecessary hurdles to even receive help.

[jimmywarner]

I recently saw a Twitter/X post with 70k likes saying Male Mental Heath shouldn’t be cared about. All the replies were “Only women’s mental heath matters”, “they should join the rates”, and “why should we care”?


Yes, I know I shouldn’t care about anyone’s opinions on that godforsaken app, but the sheer amount of likes got to me. I’ve dealt with suicidal thoughts, self harm, and other mental health related issues and got little to no help. I’m not blaming women for the mental health issues of men, but I would like to point out that BOTH genders contribute almost nothing to help.


I’m going to therapy and getting better, but I would like to point out that I come from a wealthier family who can actually afford help. As of now, there are very little resources available to some men to afford help. Please donate to any Male mental health organizations or help your male friends and family afford therapy.

[hughmungus]

As a male, the only way i'v survived without ending my own life is by taking a complete embrace to a nihilistic and synical point of view on the world. This way i can avoid feeling my true emotion, only holding on to the materialistic things like money to keep myself alive.

[dizzylee]

Thanks man. This subject has become more and more relevant. It seems like men are looked upon by society at large, as unfavourable and made to feel worthless. 😊

[iliketofish]

I need someone to talk to I don’t think I can take it anymore I tried to commit suicide twice and failed. I don’t want to feel lonely and worthless anymore I lost everyone I loved in my life and I’m lost.

[KlimentStamenkov]

Brilliant talk Henry!! Such an important topic you’re shedding light on!

[namrataraitani]

one of the best talks I have ever heard, thank you so much for this!!

[peterreed]

Men definitely need to talk about their mental health but forget it because for the vast majority men it's never go to happen. I wouldn't do it and not one guy in my male friendship group would. A number of us have learnt from bitter experience that this is a luxury we can't afford because when we've tried it has been turned against us. Once bitten twice shy. In our group we've realised there is only one person you can trust 100% and that is yourself.

[jezreeldaveeraya]

It's hard to keep up on everything now. It's stressful and there is no one to talk to.

[helenkornilova]

Very great and valuable insight! Unfortunately this video was released a couple of weeks too