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Calculated Shard: 187 (from laksa190)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa187.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men","crawl_time":1775028104,"first_indexed_time":1635934191,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"au,gov,healthdirect!www,\/depression-in-men s443","src_root_hash":"11476440364350543187","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Depression in men - signs, causes, how to help | healthdirect","meta_descriptions":["Men who experience depression may find it hard to discuss, because of societal pressures. Learn about how you can support a man with depression."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Key facts\nDepression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you feel, think and manage daily activities.\nIt can make you feel sad, angry or irritable and lose interest in things you usually enjoy.\nDepression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives.\nMen are more likely to be aware of the physical symptoms of depression such as feeling tired or losing weight than the emotional signs.\nIf you are feeling down for more than 2 weeks or if you’re concerned that you may be depressed, seek help and speak to your doctor.\nOn this page\nWhat is depression?\nHow common is depression in men?\nWhat causes depression in men?\nWhat are the signs of depression in men?\nWhen should I seek help?\nHow can I help a man with depression?\nHow is depression in men treated?\nResources and support\nRelated information on Australian websites\nWhat is depression?\nDepression is a serious\nmental health condition\nthat affects how you feel, think, and manage daily activities. It can make you feel sad, angry,\nirritable\nor empty and lose pleasure or\ninterest\nin things you usually enjoy. While it is normal to feel down sometimes, if you feel this way for 2 weeks or more you may be experiencing depression.\nSocial norms may define your understanding of what it is to be ‘male’. For some men, this may include not talking about your feelings, or not showing that you’re upset. This can sometimes make it hard for men to acknowledge that they may be experiencing depression.\nThis information is about depression in men; however, many aspects of depression are not gender or sex specific. Read more on\ndepression in the general community\n.\nHow common is depression in men?\nDepression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. Depression can put people at\nrisk of suicide\n. Sadly, 7 men die by suicide every day in Australia.\nSuicide and crisis support: If you or someone close to you is in crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000). To talk to someone now call\nSuicide Call Back Service\n1300 659 467\nor\nLifeline\n13 11 14\n.\nIf you need to talk to someone about your mental health, call\nBeyond Blue\non\n1300 22 4636\n.\nWhat causes depression in men?\nThe exact cause of depression is unknown, and every person has different circumstances. Usually, depression happens because of a mix of\nlife events\n, personal factors and changes in the brain.\nFor some people, challenging life events or issues such as a family member\ndying\n, facing\nunemployment\n, past or continuing\nabuse\n, or\nstress at work\nmay cause depression.\nSometimes a recent event, such as a\ndivorce\nor losing your job, can trigger depression if you are already at risk.\nYou are more likely to develop depression if:\nyou have a close family member with depression\nyou have a serious medical condition\nyou have a personality that is prone to depression, such as if you worry a lot or you are a perfectionist\nyou take\ndrugs\nor\ndrink too much alcohol\nLoneliness\ncan also increase your risk of developing depression.\nSometimes, people can develop depression for no obvious reason. Just because there is no clear cause it doesn’t mean that you are not experiencing depression.\nWhat are the signs of depression in men?\nThe signs of depression affect different people in different ways. It can involve changes in the way you think, feel or behave.\nFor example, you may feel:\nirritable\n,\nangry\nor frustrated\nsad or empty\ndisappointed\nindecisive or overwhelmed\nhelpless or hopeless\nguilty\nYou may\nthink negative thoughts\n, such as:\nyou are\nnot important or valuable\n(low\nself-esteem\n)\npeople would be better off without you\nlife is not worth living\nyou are a failure\nYou may start behaving differently, for example, by:\nnot going out with friends or family\nnot managing as well as you normally do at work or school\nescaping into work or sports activities\nnot doing activities you normally look forward to\nrelying on\ndrugs or alcohol\nnot being able to concentrate\nbehaving recklessly\nYou may also notice physical signs such as:\ndifficulty sleeping\nor\nfeeling tired\nchanged appetite\nfeeling run down or unwell\nloss of sexual desire\nor\nperformance\nheadaches\nand\nmuscle pain\nstomach pain\nAlmost everyone experiences some of these signs occasionally. If your symptoms appear often or won’t go away, you may be experiencing depression. You can check if what you are experiencing is depression by taking Beyond Blue's\nAnxiety and Depression Test (K10)\n.\nWhile anyone with depression can experience any of these symptoms, men and women tend to experience and report them differently. Men are more likely to talk about the physical symptoms of depression, such as feeling tired or losing weight, rather than saying they feel low.\nCHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS\n— Use the\nSymptom Checker\nand find out if you need to seek medical help.\nWhen should I seek help?\nYou should\nseek help and speak with your doctor\nif you:\nhave been feeling sad or depressed most of the day\nhave symptoms of depression for 2 weeks or more\nare worried that you may be depressed\nYour doctor can assess you and if necessary, work with you to build a\nmental health treatment plan\n. This is a plan that maps out your treatment goals and includes the services and resources available to you. If your doctor thinks that another\nhealth professional\n, such as a\npsychologist or psychiatrist\n, should be involved, they will be able to refer you to someone who can help.\nIf you are experiencing occasional signs of depression, or just feeling low,\nyou can reach out to a friend or family member\n. This could be to chat or go out together to do something you enjoy.\nIt is important to carry on doing the things that normally make you happy, even if you don’t feel interested in them right now. Eventually, with the right support, you will find the enjoyment again and start feeling better.\nFIND A HEALTH SERVICE\n— The\nService Finder\ncan help you find doctors, pharmacies, hospitals and other health services.\nHow can I help a man with depression?\nIf you think that a male friend or family member may be experiencing depression, you can offer them help and support.\nSome men find it particularly difficult to share their emotions, but\nyou can help them by starting a conversation\n. Ask them how they are doing and show them that you want to support them. Find a time when there’s no distractions to start the conversation.\nSometimes men with depression might feel that they don’t want to seek help because they are supposed to be tough and self reliant. In this situation, the best thing you can do is to reassure them, be patient and help them explore their options. Remind them that depression is a serious but common mental health condition that won’t get better by itself.\nIf they had a broken leg or a bad cut, they wouldn’t expect that to heal without their doctor’s help, and it’s the same with depression.\nHow is depression in men treated?\nThere are many different types of treatments depending on your symptoms and how severe they are. You should start by speaking with your doctor and build a mental health treatment plan.\nOften, a mix of treatments work best. The main ways to treat depression are with:\nmedicines\npsychological treatments\nphysical treatment\nbrain stimulation therapies\nself-help or\nalternative (complementary) therapies\nMedication\nAntidepressants\nand mood stabilising medicines influence chemical processes in the brain that control your mood. They normally take 4 to 6 weeks to be effective.\nPsychological treatments\nPsychological treatments used for depression, include:\ncognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)\ninterpersonal therapy (IPT)\npsychotherapy\ncounselling\nonline therapies (\neTherapy\n)\nIf you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these therapies by itself or combined with other types of treatment.\nOther treatments\nBrain stimulation therapies may include the following:\nTranscranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) uses an electromagnetic coil placed on the scalp to stimulate the nerve cells in your brain that control mood.\nElectroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)\ninvolves a brief electrical stimulation of the brain while you are under anaesthetic. It is used to treat specific types of depression, including severe depression that has not responded to medicines.\nSelf-help and alternative therapies\nA wide range of self-help techniques and\nalternative or complementary therapies\ncan also be used to treat depression either by themselves or together with other types of therapies.\nNot all types of depression can be treated using these methods alone. So it is important that you work with your doctor to build a personal mental health treatment plan that will work for you. Self-help and alternative therapies include:\nmeditation\nand\nmindfulness\neating healthy\nand\nexercising\nregularly\navoiding alcohol and drugs\nyoga\nmassage therapy\nIf you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these types of therapy by itself or together with other types of treatments.\nASK YOUR DOCTOR\n— Preparing for an appointment? Use the\nQuestion Builder\nfor general tips on what to ask your GP or specialist.\nResources and support\nIf you or someone close to you is in a crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000) and ask for an ambulance.\nIt is important to reach out to your doctor if you are feeling down or think you may be depressed. You can also call the\nhealthdirect helpline\non\n1800 022 222\n(known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria). A registered nurse is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.\nThere are a many resources and support online for men experiencing depression. MensLine Australia has information on\nMen’s mental health and common challenges\n.\nBeyond Blue has a lot of information on topics such as:\nDepression\nHow to talk to someone you’re worried about\nWork and mental health\nParenting and mental health\nAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men\nStatistics\nPregnancy, Birth and Baby has information on\nFathers and depression\n.","attrs_markdown":"[![healthdirect australia logo](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/assets\/images\/logo-hda.svg)](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/)\n\nSign in\n\n- [Join](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/account\/join)\n- [Sign in](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/account\/signin)\n\nMenu\n# Healthdirect Free Australian health advice you can count on.\nJoin\n\nSign in\n\nMedical problem? Call 1800 022 222. 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To talk to someone now, call Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.**\n\n## Key facts\n- Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you feel, think and manage daily activities.\n- It can make you feel sad, angry or irritable and lose interest in things you usually enjoy.\n- Depression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives.\n- Men are more likely to be aware of the physical symptoms of depression such as feeling tired or losing weight than the emotional signs.\n- If you are feeling down for more than 2 weeks or if you’re concerned that you may be depressed, seek help and speak to your doctor.\n\n## On this page\n- [What is depression?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#what-is)\n- [How common is depression in men?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#how-common)\n- [What causes depression in men?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#causes)\n- [What are the signs of depression in men?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#signs)\n- [When should I seek help?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#when-to-seek-help)\n- [How can I help a man with depression?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#how-to-help)\n- [How is depression in men treated?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#treatment)\n- [Resources and support](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#resources)\n- [Related information on Australian websites](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#searchGeneralResults)\n## What is depression?\nDepression is a serious [mental health condition](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/mens-mental-health) that affects how you feel, think, and manage daily activities. It can make you feel sad, angry, [irritable](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/irritability-and-feeling-on-edge) or empty and lose pleasure or [interest](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/losing-interest) in things you usually enjoy. While it is normal to feel down sometimes, if you feel this way for 2 weeks or more you may be experiencing depression.\n\nSocial norms may define your understanding of what it is to be ‘male’. For some men, this may include not talking about your feelings, or not showing that you’re upset. This can sometimes make it hard for men to acknowledge that they may be experiencing depression.\n\nThis information is about depression in men; however, many aspects of depression are not gender or sex specific. Read more on [depression in the general community](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression).\n\n## How common is depression in men?\nDepression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. Depression can put people at [risk of suicide](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/warning-signs-of-suicide). Sadly, 7 men die by suicide every day in Australia.\n\n**Suicide and crisis support: If you or someone close to you is in crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000). To talk to someone now call [Suicide Call Back Service](https:\/\/www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au\/) [1300 659 467](tel:1300659467) or [Lifeline](https:\/\/www.lifeline.org.au\/) [13 11 14](tel:131114).**\n\nIf you need to talk to someone about your mental health, call [Beyond Blue](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/) on [1300 22 4636](tel:1300224636).\n\n## What causes depression in men?\nThe exact cause of depression is unknown, and every person has different circumstances. Usually, depression happens because of a mix of [life events](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/dealing-with-life-events), personal factors and changes in the brain.\n\nFor some people, challenging life events or issues such as a family member [dying](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/grief-loss), facing [unemployment](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/financial-stress), past or continuing [abuse](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/domestic-violence-and-abusive-relationships), or [stress at work](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/work-related-stress) may cause depression.\n\nSometimes a recent event, such as a [divorce](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/coping-with-divorce-or-breakup) or losing your job, can trigger depression if you are already at risk.\n\nYou are more likely to develop depression if:\n\n- you have a close family member with depression\n- you have a serious medical condition\n- you have a personality that is prone to depression, such as if you worry a lot or you are a perfectionist\n- you take [drugs](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/drug-abuse) or [drink too much alcohol](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/tips-for-safe-drinking)\n\n[Loneliness](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/loneliness-isolation-mental-health) can also increase your risk of developing depression.\n\nSometimes, people can develop depression for no obvious reason. Just because there is no clear cause it doesn’t mean that you are not experiencing depression.\n\n## What are the signs of depression in men?\nThe signs of depression affect different people in different ways. It can involve changes in the way you think, feel or behave.\n\nFor example, you may feel:\n\n- [irritable](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/irritability-and-feeling-on-edge), [angry](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/anger-management) or frustrated\n- sad or empty\n- disappointed\n- indecisive or overwhelmed\n- helpless or hopeless\n- guilty\n\nYou may [think negative thoughts](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/self-talk), such as:\n\n- you are [not important or valuable](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/feeling-worthless) (low [self-esteem](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/self-esteem))\n- people would be better off without you\n- life is not worth living\n- you are a failure\n\nYou may start behaving differently, for example, by:\n\n- not going out with friends or family\n- not managing as well as you normally do at work or school\n- escaping into work or sports activities\n- not doing activities you normally look forward to\n- relying on [drugs or alcohol](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/drugs-and-alcohol)\n- not being able to concentrate\n- behaving recklessly\n\nYou may also notice physical signs such as:\n\n- [difficulty sleeping](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/insomnia) or [feeling tired](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/fatigue)\n- [changed appetite](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/changes-to-your-appetite)\n- feeling run down or unwell\n- [loss of sexual desire](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/loss-of-male-libido) or [performance](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/male-sexual-problems)\n- [headaches](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/headaches) and [muscle pain](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/muscle-aches-and-pains)\n- [stomach pain](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/abdominal-pain)\n\nAlmost everyone experiences some of these signs occasionally. If your symptoms appear often or won’t go away, you may be experiencing depression. You can check if what you are experiencing is depression by taking Beyond Blue's [Anxiety and Depression Test (K10)](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/check-your-mental-health\/k10).\n\nWhile anyone with depression can experience any of these symptoms, men and women tend to experience and report them differently. Men are more likely to talk about the physical symptoms of depression, such as feeling tired or losing weight, rather than saying they feel low.\n\n[**CHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS** — Use the **Symptom Checker** and find out if you need to seek medical help.](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/symptom-checker)\n\n## When should I seek help?\nYou should [seek help and speak with your doctor](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/talking-to-your-doctor-gp-about-mental-health) if you:\n\n- have been feeling sad or depressed most of the day\n- have symptoms of depression for 2 weeks or more\n- are worried that you may be depressed\n\nYour doctor can assess you and if necessary, work with you to build a [mental health treatment plan](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/mental-health-treatment-plan). This is a plan that maps out your treatment goals and includes the services and resources available to you. If your doctor thinks that another [health professional](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/mental-health-professionals), such as a [psychologist or psychiatrist](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/psychiatrists-and-psychologists), should be involved, they will be able to refer you to someone who can help.\n\nIf you are experiencing occasional signs of depression, or just feeling low, [you can reach out to a friend or family member](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/how-to-talk-about-your-mental-health-concerns). This could be to chat or go out together to do something you enjoy.\n\nIt is important to carry on doing the things that normally make you happy, even if you don’t feel interested in them right now. Eventually, with the right support, you will find the enjoyment again and start feeling better.\n\n[**FIND A HEALTH SERVICE** — The **Service Finder** can help you find doctors, pharmacies, hospitals and other health services.](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/australian-health-services)\n\n## How can I help a man with depression?\nIf you think that a male friend or family member may be experiencing depression, you can offer them help and support.\n\nSome men find it particularly difficult to share their emotions, but [you can help them by starting a conversation](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/blog\/how-to-talk-to-the-men-in-your-life-about-mental-health). Ask them how they are doing and show them that you want to support them. Find a time when there’s no distractions to start the conversation.\n\nSometimes men with depression might feel that they don’t want to seek help because they are supposed to be tough and self reliant. In this situation, the best thing you can do is to reassure them, be patient and help them explore their options. Remind them that depression is a serious but common mental health condition that won’t get better by itself.\n\nIf they had a broken leg or a bad cut, they wouldn’t expect that to heal without their doctor’s help, and it’s the same with depression.\n\n## How is depression in men treated?\nThere are many different types of treatments depending on your symptoms and how severe they are. You should start by speaking with your doctor and build a mental health treatment plan.\n\nOften, a mix of treatments work best. The main ways to treat depression are with:\n\n- medicines\n- psychological treatments\n- physical treatment\n- brain stimulation therapies\n- self-help or [alternative (complementary) therapies](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/complementary-therapy)\n### Medication\n[Antidepressants](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/antidepressants) and mood stabilising medicines influence chemical processes in the brain that control your mood. They normally take 4 to 6 weeks to be effective.\n\n### Psychological treatments\nPsychological treatments used for depression, include:\n\n- [cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/cognitive-behaviour-therapy-cbt)\n- interpersonal therapy (IPT)\n- [psychotherapy](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/psychotherapy)\n- [counselling](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/counsellors-and-counselling)\n- online therapies ([eTherapy](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/etherapy))\n\nIf you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these therapies by itself or combined with other types of treatment.\n\n### Other treatments\nBrain stimulation therapies may include the following:\n\n- Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) uses an electromagnetic coil placed on the scalp to stimulate the nerve cells in your brain that control mood.\n- [Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/electroconvulsive-therapy-ect) involves a brief electrical stimulation of the brain while you are under anaesthetic. It is used to treat specific types of depression, including severe depression that has not responded to medicines.\n### Self-help and alternative therapies\nA wide range of self-help techniques and [alternative or complementary therapies](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/complementary-therapy) can also be used to treat depression either by themselves or together with other types of therapies.\n\nNot all types of depression can be treated using these methods alone. So it is important that you work with your doctor to build a personal mental health treatment plan that will work for you. Self-help and alternative therapies include:\n\n- [meditation](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/meditation) and [mindfulness](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/mindfulness)\n- [eating healthy](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/healthy-eating) and [exercising](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/fitness-and-exercise) regularly\n- avoiding alcohol and drugs\n- [yoga](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/health-benefits-of-yoga-and-pilates)\n- [massage therapy](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/massage-therapy)\n- If you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these types of therapy by itself or together with other types of treatments.\n\n[**ASK YOUR DOCTOR** — Preparing for an appointment? 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MensLine Australia has information on [Men’s mental health and common challenges](https:\/\/mensline.org.au\/mens-mental-health\/mens-mental-health-common-challenges\/).\n\nBeyond Blue has a lot of information on topics such as:\n\n- [Depression](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/depression)\n- [How to talk to someone you’re worried about](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/get-support\/support-someone\/how-to-talk-to-someone-you-are-worried-about)\n- [Work and mental health](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/work-and-mental-health)\n- [Parenting and mental health](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/parenting)\n- [Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/about\/first-nations-peoples)\n- [Statistics](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/statistics)\n\nPregnancy, Birth and Baby has information on [Fathers and depression](https:\/\/www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au\/fathers-and-depression).\n\n#### Sources:\nBeyond Blue *[(Depression)](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/depression \"Depression\")*, Beyond Blue *[(Depression in men)](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/who-does-it-affect\/men\/depression-in-men \"Depression in men\")*, Beyond Blue *[(Know the signs and symptoms)](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/who-does-it-affect\/men\/know-the-signs-and-symptoms \"Know the signs and symptoms\")*, Beyond blue *[(Causes of depression)](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/depression\/causes-of-depression \"Causes of depression\")*, Black Dog Institute *[(Help & support for depression)](https:\/\/www.blackdoginstitute.org.au\/resources-support\/depression\/help-support\/ \"Help & support for depression\")*, Services Australia *[(Mental health care and Medicare)](https:\/\/www.servicesaustralia.gov.au\/mental-health-care-and-medicare?context=60092 \"Mental health care and Medicare\")*, Black Dog Institute *[(Treatments for 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for: Sadness\")\n- [Pessimism](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/search-results\/Pessimism \"Search results for: Pessimism\")\n\n## Need more information?\nThese trusted information partners have more on this topic.\n\nGeneral search results\n\nResults for medical professionals\n\nTop results\n\n[Do men get postnatal depression and anxiety? \\| Healthy Male Dads can get postnatal depression and postnatal anxiety after the birth of their baby. Here’s what you need to know about men’s postnatal depression symptoms and how to get help. *Read more on Healthy Male website* ![Healthy Male](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/healthy-male_logo_tagline_teal-56ba7d.png)](https:\/\/healthymale.org.au\/health-article\/perinatal-anxiety-and-perinatal-depression-men)\n\n[Depression Online program \\| Mental Health Online Free online program to learn skills and strategies to help manage depression and improve well-being with optional free therapist support and resources. *Read more on Mental Health Online website* ![Mental Health Online](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/mho-new-logo-fd684b.png)](https:\/\/www.mentalhealthonline.org.au\/pages\/about-the-depression-online-program)\n\n[moodgym - Interactive skills training for depression and anxiety moodgym is an interactive self-help program that provides cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) training to help users prevent and cope with depression and anxiety. *Read more on e-hub Web Services website* ![e-hub Web Services](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/ehub_health_logo-4b219f.png)](https:\/\/moodgym.com.au\/)\n\n[Anxiety, depression & musculoskeletal conditions – MHA Anxiety and depression are common in people with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. Find out how you can manage, find support & how we can help you. *Read more on Musculoskeletal Health Australia website* ![Musculoskeletal Health Australia](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/mha-logo---horizontal-transparent\\(1\\)-c25236.png)](https:\/\/muscha.org\/anxiety-and-depression\/)\n\n[Depression SANE Australia, the National Mental Health Charity *Read more on SANE Australia website* ![SANE Australia](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/sane-australia-logo-b817f1.png)](https:\/\/www.sane.org\/information-and-resources\/facts-and-guides\/depression)\n\n[Free Brief Depression Symptom Test \\| MindSpot Clinic Do a free, brief online test to help you understand your depression symptoms and what they could mean. *Read more on MindSpot Clinic website* ![MindSpot Clinic](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/Mindspot_logo.png)](https:\/\/www.mindspot.org.au\/depression-test\/)\n\n[Dealing with Depression \\| MindSpot Learn more about depression and find helpful tips and resources to help you manage symptoms. *Read more on MindSpot Clinic website* ![MindSpot Clinic](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/Mindspot_logo.png)](https:\/\/www.mindspot.org.au\/info\/dealing-with-depression\/)\n\n[Depression \\| What is Depression & The Effects in Young People \\| headspace Depression is an issue that can affect young people. Learn more about the effects of depression mental health and how you can get help from headspace. *Read more on headspace website* ![headspace](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/headspace_fullcolourlogo-119565.png)](https:\/\/headspace.org.au\/explore-topics\/for-young-people\/depression\/)\n\n[What is depression? \\| Mental health It's normal to feel down when you're going through a difficult time, but if it starts to get in the way of your everyday life, there may be something more serious going on. *Read more on ReachOut website* ![ReachOut](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/reachout-new2024-logo-adfc1c.png)](https:\/\/au.reachout.com\/mental-health-issues\/depression)\n\n[Types of depression \\| Depression support Depressive disorders come in many different forms. Understanding the different types of depression can help you to find support that's right for you. *Read more on ReachOut website* ![ReachOut](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/reachout-new2024-logo-adfc1c.png)](https:\/\/au.reachout.com\/mental-health-issues\/depression\/types-of-depression)\n\nShow more\n\nTop results\n\n[What is Depression? It’s human nature to feel down in the dumps on occasion. Depression, however, is a diagnosable medical condition that presents as feelings of intense sadness, negativity and low mood, lasting for a long period of time. *Read more on Ausmed Education website* ![Ausmed Education](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/ausmed-new-logo-872e67.png)](https:\/\/www.ausmed.com\/learn\/articles\/depression)\n\n[Assessing Depression in Dementia with the Cornell Scale Depression is estimated to be three to four times more common in older adults with dementia than those without. However, while depression co-occurs in about 20 to 30% of people with dementia, it can be difficult to determine whether an older adult actually has both depression and dementia, has depression only or has dementia only due to similarities between the two conditions. The Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia (CSDD) is a screening tool specifically intended to identify the signs of depression in people with dementia. The CSDD takes into account non-verbal symptoms of potential depression, including observations and physical signs that a person with cognitive impairment may be unable to vocalise. *Read more on Ausmed Education website* ![Ausmed Education](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/ausmed-new-logo-872e67.png)](https:\/\/www.ausmed.com\/learn\/articles\/depression-in-dementia)\n\n[RACGP - Depression Major depressive disorder is a high prevalence condition in Australia *Read more on RACGP website* ![RACGP](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/racgp_master_rgb-f5ccb3.png)](https:\/\/www.racgp.org.au\/clinical-resources\/clinical-guidelines\/key-racgp-guidelines\/view-all-racgp-guidelines\/preventive-activities-in-general-practice\/mental-health\/depression)\n\n[Anxiety and Depression - Emotional Challenges - Living with Illness - Patients and Carers - Community Anxiety, stress, and sadness are normal with serious illness. Learn coping strategies like relaxation, exercise, support, and social contact. *Read more on CareSearch website* ![CareSearch](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/caresearch_logo-9f80e3.png)](https:\/\/www.caresearch.com.au\/Community\/Patients-and-Carers\/Living-with-Illness\/Emotional-Challenges\/Anxiety-and-Depression)\n\n[Depression Self-Help Resources - Information Sheets & Workbooks Self-help resources for clinical depression, developed by clinical psychologists at the Centre for Clinical Interventions in Perth, Western Australia. *Read more on Centre for Clinical Interventions website* ![Centre for Clinical Interventions](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/cci-new-logo-a85c61.png)](https:\/\/www.cci.health.wa.gov.au\/Resources\/Looking-After-Yourself\/Depression)\n\n[Depression \\| CRUfAD Depression treatment chapter *Read more on CRUfAD website* ![CRUfAD](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/crufad_logo.png)](https:\/\/crufad.org\/for-clinicians\/depression\/)\n\n[Depression and young people - Orygen, Revolution in Mind Our Skills & Knowledge Division concentrates on growing the capacity of Australia’s youth mental health workforce with an emphasis on accessible expertise and innovation. *Read more on Orygen website* ![Orygen](https:\/\/media.healthdirect.org.au\/images\/logos\/h40\/orygennew_logo-3964f3.png)](https:\/\/www.orygen.org.au\/Training\/Resources\/Depression\/Fact-Sheets\/depression-yp)\n\n[Depression - Orygen, Revolution in Mind Our Skills & Knowledge Division concentrates on growing the capacity of Australia’s youth mental health workforce with an emphasis on accessible expertise and innovation. *Read more on Orygen website* 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Some features, tools or interaction may not work correctly.\n\nContinue\n\n![](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tr?id=286390378916509&ev=PageView%0A%0A&noscript=1)","attrs_readable_markdown":"## Key facts\n- Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you feel, think and manage daily activities.\n- It can make you feel sad, angry or irritable and lose interest in things you usually enjoy.\n- Depression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives.\n- Men are more likely to be aware of the physical symptoms of depression such as feeling tired or losing weight than the emotional signs.\n- If you are feeling down for more than 2 weeks or if you’re concerned that you may be depressed, seek help and speak to your doctor.\n\n## On this page\n- [What is depression?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#what-is)\n- [How common is depression in men?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#how-common)\n- [What causes depression in men?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#causes)\n- [What are the signs of depression in men?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#signs)\n- [When should I seek help?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#when-to-seek-help)\n- [How can I help a man with depression?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#how-to-help)\n- [How is depression in men treated?](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#treatment)\n- [Resources and support](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#resources)\n- [Related information on Australian websites](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression-in-men#searchGeneralResults)\n## What is depression?\nDepression is a serious [mental health condition](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/mens-mental-health) that affects how you feel, think, and manage daily activities. It can make you feel sad, angry, [irritable](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/irritability-and-feeling-on-edge) or empty and lose pleasure or [interest](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/losing-interest) in things you usually enjoy. While it is normal to feel down sometimes, if you feel this way for 2 weeks or more you may be experiencing depression.\n\nSocial norms may define your understanding of what it is to be ‘male’. For some men, this may include not talking about your feelings, or not showing that you’re upset. This can sometimes make it hard for men to acknowledge that they may be experiencing depression.\n\nThis information is about depression in men; however, many aspects of depression are not gender or sex specific. Read more on [depression in the general community](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/depression).\n\n## How common is depression in men?\nDepression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. Depression can put people at [risk of suicide](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/warning-signs-of-suicide). Sadly, 7 men die by suicide every day in Australia.\n\n**Suicide and crisis support: If you or someone close to you is in crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000). To talk to someone now call [Suicide Call Back Service](https:\/\/www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au\/) [1300 659 467](tel:1300659467) or [Lifeline](https:\/\/www.lifeline.org.au\/) [13 11 14](tel:131114).**\n\nIf you need to talk to someone about your mental health, call [Beyond Blue](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/) on [1300 22 4636](tel:1300224636).\n\n## What causes depression in men?\nThe exact cause of depression is unknown, and every person has different circumstances. Usually, depression happens because of a mix of [life events](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/dealing-with-life-events), personal factors and changes in the brain.\n\nFor some people, challenging life events or issues such as a family member [dying](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/grief-loss), facing [unemployment](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/financial-stress), past or continuing [abuse](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/domestic-violence-and-abusive-relationships), or [stress at work](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/work-related-stress) may cause depression.\n\nSometimes a recent event, such as a [divorce](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/coping-with-divorce-or-breakup) or losing your job, can trigger depression if you are already at risk.\n\nYou are more likely to develop depression if:\n\n- you have a close family member with depression\n- you have a serious medical condition\n- you have a personality that is prone to depression, such as if you worry a lot or you are a perfectionist\n- you take [drugs](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/drug-abuse) or [drink too much alcohol](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/tips-for-safe-drinking)\n\n[Loneliness](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/loneliness-isolation-mental-health) can also increase your risk of developing depression.\n\nSometimes, people can develop depression for no obvious reason. Just because there is no clear cause it doesn’t mean that you are not experiencing depression.\n\n## What are the signs of depression in men?\nThe signs of depression affect different people in different ways. It can involve changes in the way you think, feel or behave.\n\nFor example, you may feel:\n\n- [irritable](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/irritability-and-feeling-on-edge), [angry](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/anger-management) or frustrated\n- sad or empty\n- disappointed\n- indecisive or overwhelmed\n- helpless or hopeless\n- guilty\n\nYou may [think negative thoughts](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/self-talk), such as:\n\n- you are [not important or valuable](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/feeling-worthless) (low [self-esteem](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/self-esteem))\n- people would be better off without you\n- life is not worth living\n- you are a failure\n\nYou may start behaving differently, for example, by:\n\n- not going out with friends or family\n- not managing as well as you normally do at work or school\n- escaping into work or sports activities\n- not doing activities you normally look forward to\n- relying on [drugs or alcohol](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/drugs-and-alcohol)\n- not being able to concentrate\n- behaving recklessly\n\nYou may also notice physical signs such as:\n\n- [difficulty sleeping](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/insomnia) or [feeling tired](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/fatigue)\n- [changed appetite](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/changes-to-your-appetite)\n- feeling run down or unwell\n- [loss of sexual desire](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/loss-of-male-libido) or [performance](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/male-sexual-problems)\n- [headaches](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/headaches) and [muscle pain](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/muscle-aches-and-pains)\n- [stomach pain](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/abdominal-pain)\n\nAlmost everyone experiences some of these signs occasionally. If your symptoms appear often or won’t go away, you may be experiencing depression. You can check if what you are experiencing is depression by taking Beyond Blue's [Anxiety and Depression Test (K10)](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/check-your-mental-health\/k10).\n\nWhile anyone with depression can experience any of these symptoms, men and women tend to experience and report them differently. Men are more likely to talk about the physical symptoms of depression, such as feeling tired or losing weight, rather than saying they feel low.\n\n[**CHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS** — Use the **Symptom Checker** and find out if you need to seek medical help.](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/symptom-checker)\n\n## When should I seek help?\nYou should [seek help and speak with your doctor](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/talking-to-your-doctor-gp-about-mental-health) if you:\n\n- have been feeling sad or depressed most of the day\n- have symptoms of depression for 2 weeks or more\n- are worried that you may be depressed\n\nYour doctor can assess you and if necessary, work with you to build a [mental health treatment plan](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/mental-health-treatment-plan). This is a plan that maps out your treatment goals and includes the services and resources available to you. If your doctor thinks that another [health professional](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/mental-health-professionals), such as a [psychologist or psychiatrist](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/psychiatrists-and-psychologists), should be involved, they will be able to refer you to someone who can help.\n\nIf you are experiencing occasional signs of depression, or just feeling low, [you can reach out to a friend or family member](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/how-to-talk-about-your-mental-health-concerns). This could be to chat or go out together to do something you enjoy.\n\nIt is important to carry on doing the things that normally make you happy, even if you don’t feel interested in them right now. Eventually, with the right support, you will find the enjoyment again and start feeling better.\n\n[**FIND A HEALTH SERVICE** — The **Service Finder** can help you find doctors, pharmacies, hospitals and other health services.](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/australian-health-services)\n\n## How can I help a man with depression?\nIf you think that a male friend or family member may be experiencing depression, you can offer them help and support.\n\nSome men find it particularly difficult to share their emotions, but [you can help them by starting a conversation](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/blog\/how-to-talk-to-the-men-in-your-life-about-mental-health). Ask them how they are doing and show them that you want to support them. Find a time when there’s no distractions to start the conversation.\n\nSometimes men with depression might feel that they don’t want to seek help because they are supposed to be tough and self reliant. In this situation, the best thing you can do is to reassure them, be patient and help them explore their options. Remind them that depression is a serious but common mental health condition that won’t get better by itself.\n\nIf they had a broken leg or a bad cut, they wouldn’t expect that to heal without their doctor’s help, and it’s the same with depression.\n\n## How is depression in men treated?\nThere are many different types of treatments depending on your symptoms and how severe they are. You should start by speaking with your doctor and build a mental health treatment plan.\n\nOften, a mix of treatments work best. The main ways to treat depression are with:\n\n- medicines\n- psychological treatments\n- physical treatment\n- brain stimulation therapies\n- self-help or [alternative (complementary) therapies](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/complementary-therapy)\n### Medication\n[Antidepressants](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/antidepressants) and mood stabilising medicines influence chemical processes in the brain that control your mood. They normally take 4 to 6 weeks to be effective.\n\n### Psychological treatments\nPsychological treatments used for depression, include:\n\n- [cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/cognitive-behaviour-therapy-cbt)\n- interpersonal therapy (IPT)\n- [psychotherapy](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/psychotherapy)\n- [counselling](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/counsellors-and-counselling)\n- online therapies ([eTherapy](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/etherapy))\n\nIf you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these therapies by itself or combined with other types of treatment.\n\n### Other treatments\nBrain stimulation therapies may include the following:\n\n- Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) uses an electromagnetic coil placed on the scalp to stimulate the nerve cells in your brain that control mood.\n- [Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/electroconvulsive-therapy-ect) involves a brief electrical stimulation of the brain while you are under anaesthetic. It is used to treat specific types of depression, including severe depression that has not responded to medicines.\n### Self-help and alternative therapies\nA wide range of self-help techniques and [alternative or complementary therapies](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/complementary-therapy) can also be used to treat depression either by themselves or together with other types of therapies.\n\nNot all types of depression can be treated using these methods alone. So it is important that you work with your doctor to build a personal mental health treatment plan that will work for you. Self-help and alternative therapies include:\n\n- [meditation](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/meditation) and [mindfulness](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/mindfulness)\n- [eating healthy](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/healthy-eating) and [exercising](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/fitness-and-exercise) regularly\n- avoiding alcohol and drugs\n- [yoga](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/health-benefits-of-yoga-and-pilates)\n- [massage therapy](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/massage-therapy)\n- If you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these types of therapy by itself or together with other types of treatments.\n\n[**ASK YOUR DOCTOR** — Preparing for an appointment? Use the **Question Builder** for general tips on what to ask your GP or specialist.](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/question-builder)\n\n## Resources and support\n**If you or someone close to you is in a crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000) and ask for an ambulance.**\n\nIt is important to reach out to your doctor if you are feeling down or think you may be depressed. You can also call the [healthdirect helpline](https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/how-healthdirect-can-help-you) on [1800 022 222](tel:1800022222) (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria). A registered nurse is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.\n\nThere are a many resources and support online for men experiencing depression. MensLine Australia has information on [Men’s mental health and common challenges](https:\/\/mensline.org.au\/mens-mental-health\/mens-mental-health-common-challenges\/).\n\nBeyond Blue has a lot of information on topics such as:\n\n- [Depression](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/depression)\n- [How to talk to someone you’re worried about](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/get-support\/support-someone\/how-to-talk-to-someone-you-are-worried-about)\n- [Work and mental health](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/work-and-mental-health)\n- [Parenting and mental health](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/parenting)\n- [Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/about\/first-nations-peoples)\n- [Statistics](https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/mental-health\/statistics)\n\nPregnancy, Birth and Baby has information on [Fathers and depression](https:\/\/www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au\/fathers-and-depression).","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Key facts Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you feel, think and manage daily activities. It can make you feel sad, angry or irritable and lose interest in things you usually enjoy. Depression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. Men are more likely to be aware of the physical symptoms of depression such as feeling tired or losing weight than the emotional signs. If you are feeling down for more than 2 weeks or if you’re concerned that you may be depressed, seek help and speak to your doctor. On this page What is depression? How common is depression in men? What causes depression in men? What are the signs of depression in men? When should I seek help? How can I help a man with depression? How is depression in men treated? Resources and support Related information on Australian websites What is depression? Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you feel, think, and manage daily activities. It can make you feel sad, angry, irritable or empty and lose pleasure or interest in things you usually enjoy. While it is normal to feel down sometimes, if you feel this way for 2 weeks or more you may be experiencing depression. Social norms may define your understanding of what it is to be ‘male’. For some men, this may include not talking about your feelings, or not showing that you’re upset. This can sometimes make it hard for men to acknowledge that they may be experiencing depression. This information is about depression in men; however, many aspects of depression are not gender or sex specific. Read more on depression in the general community . How common is depression in men? Depression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. Depression can put people at risk of suicide . Sadly, 7 men die by suicide every day in Australia. Suicide and crisis support: If you or someone close to you is in crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000). To talk to someone now call Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 or Lifeline 13 11 14 . If you need to talk to someone about your mental health, call Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 . What causes depression in men? The exact cause of depression is unknown, and every person has different circumstances. Usually, depression happens because of a mix of life events , personal factors and changes in the brain. For some people, challenging life events or issues such as a family member dying , facing unemployment , past or continuing abuse , or stress at work may cause depression. Sometimes a recent event, such as a divorce or losing your job, can trigger depression if you are already at risk. You are more likely to develop depression if: you have a close family member with depression you have a serious medical condition you have a personality that is prone to depression, such as if you worry a lot or you are a perfectionist you take drugs or drink too much alcohol Loneliness can also increase your risk of developing depression. Sometimes, people can develop depression for no obvious reason. Just because there is no clear cause it doesn’t mean that you are not experiencing depression. What are the signs of depression in men? The signs of depression affect different people in different ways. It can involve changes in the way you think, feel or behave. For example, you may feel: irritable , angry or frustrated sad or empty disappointed indecisive or overwhelmed helpless or hopeless guilty You may think negative thoughts , such as: you are not important or valuable (low self-esteem ) people would be better off without you life is not worth living you are a failure You may start behaving differently, for example, by: not going out with friends or family not managing as well as you normally do at work or school escaping into work or sports activities not doing activities you normally look forward to relying on drugs or alcohol not being able to concentrate behaving recklessly You may also notice physical signs such as: difficulty sleeping or feeling tired changed appetite feeling run down or unwell loss of sexual desire or performance headaches and muscle pain stomach pain Almost everyone experiences some of these signs occasionally. If your symptoms appear often or won’t go away, you may be experiencing depression. You can check if what you are experiencing is depression by taking Beyond Blue's Anxiety and Depression Test (K10) . While anyone with depression can experience any of these symptoms, men and women tend to experience and report them differently. Men are more likely to talk about the physical symptoms of depression, such as feeling tired or losing weight, rather than saying they feel low. CHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS — Use the Symptom Checker and find out if you need to seek medical help. When should I seek help? You should seek help and speak with your doctor if you: have been feeling sad or depressed most of the day have symptoms of depression for 2 weeks or more are worried that you may be depressed Your doctor can assess you and if necessary, work with you to build a mental health treatment plan . This is a plan that maps out your treatment goals and includes the services and resources available to you. If your doctor thinks that another health professional , such as a psychologist or psychiatrist , should be involved, they will be able to refer you to someone who can help. If you are experiencing occasional signs of depression, or just feeling low, you can reach out to a friend or family member . This could be to chat or go out together to do something you enjoy. It is important to carry on doing the things that normally make you happy, even if you don’t feel interested in them right now. Eventually, with the right support, you will find the enjoyment again and start feeling better. FIND A HEALTH SERVICE — The Service Finder can help you find doctors, pharmacies, hospitals and other health services. How can I help a man with depression? If you think that a male friend or family member may be experiencing depression, you can offer them help and support. Some men find it particularly difficult to share their emotions, but you can help them by starting a conversation . Ask them how they are doing and show them that you want to support them. Find a time when there’s no distractions to start the conversation. Sometimes men with depression might feel that they don’t want to seek help because they are supposed to be tough and self reliant. In this situation, the best thing you can do is to reassure them, be patient and help them explore their options. Remind them that depression is a serious but common mental health condition that won’t get better by itself. If they had a broken leg or a bad cut, they wouldn’t expect that to heal without their doctor’s help, and it’s the same with depression. How is depression in men treated? There are many different types of treatments depending on your symptoms and how severe they are. You should start by speaking with your doctor and build a mental health treatment plan. Often, a mix of treatments work best. The main ways to treat depression are with: medicines psychological treatments physical treatment brain stimulation therapies self-help or alternative (complementary) therapies Medication Antidepressants and mood stabilising medicines influence chemical processes in the brain that control your mood. They normally take 4 to 6 weeks to be effective. Psychological treatments Psychological treatments used for depression, include: cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) interpersonal therapy (IPT) psychotherapy counselling online therapies ( eTherapy ) If you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these therapies by itself or combined with other types of treatment. Other treatments Brain stimulation therapies may include the following: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) uses an electromagnetic coil placed on the scalp to stimulate the nerve cells in your brain that control mood. Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) involves a brief electrical stimulation of the brain while you are under anaesthetic. It is used to treat specific types of depression, including severe depression that has not responded to medicines. Self-help and alternative therapies A wide range of self-help techniques and alternative or complementary therapies can also be used to treat depression either by themselves or together with other types of therapies. Not all types of depression can be treated using these methods alone. So it is important that you work with your doctor to build a personal mental health treatment plan that will work for you. Self-help and alternative therapies include: meditation and mindfulness eating healthy and exercising regularly avoiding alcohol and drugs yoga massage therapy If you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these types of therapy by itself or together with other types of treatments. ASK YOUR DOCTOR — Preparing for an appointment? Use the Question Builder for general tips on what to ask your GP or specialist. Resources and support If you or someone close to you is in a crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000) and ask for an ambulance. It is important to reach out to your doctor if you are feeling down or think you may be depressed. You can also call the healthdirect helpline on 1800 022 222 (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria). A registered nurse is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are a many resources and support online for men experiencing depression. MensLine Australia has information on Men’s mental health and common challenges . Beyond Blue has a lot of information on topics such as: Depression How to talk to someone you’re worried about Work and mental health Parenting and mental health Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men Statistics Pregnancy, Birth and Baby has information on Fathers and depression .
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To talk to someone now, call Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 or Lifeline on 13 11 14. ## Key facts - Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you feel, think and manage daily activities. - It can make you feel sad, angry or irritable and lose interest in things you usually enjoy. - Depression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. - Men are more likely to be aware of the physical symptoms of depression such as feeling tired or losing weight than the emotional signs. - If you are feeling down for more than 2 weeks or if you’re concerned that you may be depressed, seek help and speak to your doctor. ## On this page - [What is depression?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#what-is) - [How common is depression in men?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#how-common) - [What causes depression in men?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#causes) - [What are the signs of depression in men?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#signs) - [When should I seek help?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#when-to-seek-help) - [How can I help a man with depression?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#how-to-help) - [How is depression in men treated?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#treatment) - [Resources and support](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#resources) - [Related information on Australian websites](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#searchGeneralResults) ## What is depression? Depression is a serious [mental health condition](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mens-mental-health) that affects how you feel, think, and manage daily activities. It can make you feel sad, angry, [irritable](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/irritability-and-feeling-on-edge) or empty and lose pleasure or [interest](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/losing-interest) in things you usually enjoy. While it is normal to feel down sometimes, if you feel this way for 2 weeks or more you may be experiencing depression. Social norms may define your understanding of what it is to be ‘male’. For some men, this may include not talking about your feelings, or not showing that you’re upset. This can sometimes make it hard for men to acknowledge that they may be experiencing depression. This information is about depression in men; however, many aspects of depression are not gender or sex specific. Read more on [depression in the general community](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression). ## How common is depression in men? Depression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. Depression can put people at [risk of suicide](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/warning-signs-of-suicide). Sadly, 7 men die by suicide every day in Australia. Suicide and crisis support: If you or someone close to you is in crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000). To talk to someone now call [Suicide Call Back Service](https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/) [1300 659 467](tel:1300659467) or [Lifeline](https://www.lifeline.org.au/) [13 11 14](tel:131114). If you need to talk to someone about your mental health, call [Beyond Blue](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/) on [1300 22 4636](tel:1300224636). ## What causes depression in men? The exact cause of depression is unknown, and every person has different circumstances. Usually, depression happens because of a mix of [life events](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/dealing-with-life-events), personal factors and changes in the brain. For some people, challenging life events or issues such as a family member [dying](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/grief-loss), facing [unemployment](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/financial-stress), past or continuing [abuse](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/domestic-violence-and-abusive-relationships), or [stress at work](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/work-related-stress) may cause depression. Sometimes a recent event, such as a [divorce](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/coping-with-divorce-or-breakup) or losing your job, can trigger depression if you are already at risk. You are more likely to develop depression if: - you have a close family member with depression - you have a serious medical condition - you have a personality that is prone to depression, such as if you worry a lot or you are a perfectionist - you take [drugs](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/drug-abuse) or [drink too much alcohol](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/tips-for-safe-drinking) [Loneliness](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/loneliness-isolation-mental-health) can also increase your risk of developing depression. Sometimes, people can develop depression for no obvious reason. Just because there is no clear cause it doesn’t mean that you are not experiencing depression. ## What are the signs of depression in men? The signs of depression affect different people in different ways. It can involve changes in the way you think, feel or behave. For example, you may feel: - [irritable](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/irritability-and-feeling-on-edge), [angry](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/anger-management) or frustrated - sad or empty - disappointed - indecisive or overwhelmed - helpless or hopeless - guilty You may [think negative thoughts](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/self-talk), such as: - you are [not important or valuable](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/feeling-worthless) (low [self-esteem](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/self-esteem)) - people would be better off without you - life is not worth living - you are a failure You may start behaving differently, for example, by: - not going out with friends or family - not managing as well as you normally do at work or school - escaping into work or sports activities - not doing activities you normally look forward to - relying on [drugs or alcohol](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/drugs-and-alcohol) - not being able to concentrate - behaving recklessly You may also notice physical signs such as: - [difficulty sleeping](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/insomnia) or [feeling tired](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/fatigue) - [changed appetite](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/changes-to-your-appetite) - feeling run down or unwell - [loss of sexual desire](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/loss-of-male-libido) or [performance](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/male-sexual-problems) - [headaches](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/headaches) and [muscle pain](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/muscle-aches-and-pains) - [stomach pain](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/abdominal-pain) Almost everyone experiences some of these signs occasionally. If your symptoms appear often or won’t go away, you may be experiencing depression. You can check if what you are experiencing is depression by taking Beyond Blue's [Anxiety and Depression Test (K10)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/check-your-mental-health/k10). While anyone with depression can experience any of these symptoms, men and women tend to experience and report them differently. Men are more likely to talk about the physical symptoms of depression, such as feeling tired or losing weight, rather than saying they feel low. [CHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS — Use the Symptom Checker and find out if you need to seek medical help.](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/symptom-checker) ## When should I seek help? You should [seek help and speak with your doctor](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/talking-to-your-doctor-gp-about-mental-health) if you: - have been feeling sad or depressed most of the day - have symptoms of depression for 2 weeks or more - are worried that you may be depressed Your doctor can assess you and if necessary, work with you to build a [mental health treatment plan](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-treatment-plan). This is a plan that maps out your treatment goals and includes the services and resources available to you. If your doctor thinks that another [health professional](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-professionals), such as a [psychologist or psychiatrist](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/psychiatrists-and-psychologists), should be involved, they will be able to refer you to someone who can help. If you are experiencing occasional signs of depression, or just feeling low, [you can reach out to a friend or family member](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/how-to-talk-about-your-mental-health-concerns). This could be to chat or go out together to do something you enjoy. It is important to carry on doing the things that normally make you happy, even if you don’t feel interested in them right now. Eventually, with the right support, you will find the enjoyment again and start feeling better. [FIND A HEALTH SERVICE — The Service Finder can help you find doctors, pharmacies, hospitals and other health services.](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services) ## How can I help a man with depression? If you think that a male friend or family member may be experiencing depression, you can offer them help and support. Some men find it particularly difficult to share their emotions, but [you can help them by starting a conversation](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blog/how-to-talk-to-the-men-in-your-life-about-mental-health). Ask them how they are doing and show them that you want to support them. Find a time when there’s no distractions to start the conversation. Sometimes men with depression might feel that they don’t want to seek help because they are supposed to be tough and self reliant. In this situation, the best thing you can do is to reassure them, be patient and help them explore their options. Remind them that depression is a serious but common mental health condition that won’t get better by itself. If they had a broken leg or a bad cut, they wouldn’t expect that to heal without their doctor’s help, and it’s the same with depression. ## How is depression in men treated? There are many different types of treatments depending on your symptoms and how severe they are. You should start by speaking with your doctor and build a mental health treatment plan. Often, a mix of treatments work best. The main ways to treat depression are with: - medicines - psychological treatments - physical treatment - brain stimulation therapies - self-help or [alternative (complementary) therapies](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/complementary-therapy) ### Medication [Antidepressants](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/antidepressants) and mood stabilising medicines influence chemical processes in the brain that control your mood. They normally take 4 to 6 weeks to be effective. ### Psychological treatments Psychological treatments used for depression, include: - [cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/cognitive-behaviour-therapy-cbt) - interpersonal therapy (IPT) - [psychotherapy](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/psychotherapy) - [counselling](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/counsellors-and-counselling) - online therapies ([eTherapy](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/etherapy)) If you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these therapies by itself or combined with other types of treatment. ### Other treatments Brain stimulation therapies may include the following: - Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) uses an electromagnetic coil placed on the scalp to stimulate the nerve cells in your brain that control mood. - [Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/electroconvulsive-therapy-ect) involves a brief electrical stimulation of the brain while you are under anaesthetic. It is used to treat specific types of depression, including severe depression that has not responded to medicines. ### Self-help and alternative therapies A wide range of self-help techniques and [alternative or complementary therapies](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/complementary-therapy) can also be used to treat depression either by themselves or together with other types of therapies. Not all types of depression can be treated using these methods alone. So it is important that you work with your doctor to build a personal mental health treatment plan that will work for you. Self-help and alternative therapies include: - [meditation](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/meditation) and [mindfulness](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mindfulness) - [eating healthy](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/healthy-eating) and [exercising](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/fitness-and-exercise) regularly - avoiding alcohol and drugs - [yoga](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/health-benefits-of-yoga-and-pilates) - [massage therapy](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/massage-therapy) - If you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these types of therapy by itself or together with other types of treatments. [ASK YOUR DOCTOR — Preparing for an appointment? Use the Question Builder for general tips on what to ask your GP or specialist.](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/question-builder) ## Resources and support If you or someone close to you is in a crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000) and ask for an ambulance. It is important to reach out to your doctor if you are feeling down or think you may be depressed. You can also call the [healthdirect helpline](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/how-healthdirect-can-help-you) on [1800 022 222](tel:1800022222) (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria). A registered nurse is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are a many resources and support online for men experiencing depression. MensLine Australia has information on [Men’s mental health and common challenges](https://mensline.org.au/mens-mental-health/mens-mental-health-common-challenges/). Beyond Blue has a lot of information on topics such as: - [Depression](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/depression) - [How to talk to someone you’re worried about](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/support-someone/how-to-talk-to-someone-you-are-worried-about) - [Work and mental health](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/work-and-mental-health) - [Parenting and mental health](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/parenting) - [Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/about/first-nations-peoples) - [Statistics](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/statistics) Pregnancy, Birth and Baby has information on [Fathers and depression](https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/fathers-and-depression). #### Sources: Beyond Blue [(Depression)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/depression "Depression"), Beyond Blue [(Depression in men)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/who-does-it-affect/men/depression-in-men "Depression in men"), Beyond Blue [(Know the signs and symptoms)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/who-does-it-affect/men/know-the-signs-and-symptoms "Know the signs and symptoms"), Beyond blue [(Causes of depression)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/depression/causes-of-depression "Causes of depression"), Black Dog Institute [(Help & support for depression)](https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/resources-support/depression/help-support/ "Help & support for depression"), Services Australia [(Mental health care and Medicare)](https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/mental-health-care-and-medicare?context=60092 "Mental health care and Medicare"), Black Dog Institute [(Treatments for Depression)](https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/resources-support/depression/treatment/ "Treatments for Depression"), Beyond Blue [(Looking out for yourself)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/who-does-it-affect/men/looking-out-for-yourself "Looking out for yourself"), Beyond Blue [(Have the conversation)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/have-the-conversation/talk-about-it "Have the conversation"), Beyond Blue [(How to talk to someone you're worried about)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/support-someone/how-to-talk-to-someone-you-re-worried-about "How to talk to someone you're worried about") Learn more here about the [development and quality assurance of healthdirect content](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/about-our-content). 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Readable Markdown	## Key facts - Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you feel, think and manage daily activities. - It can make you feel sad, angry or irritable and lose interest in things you usually enjoy. - Depression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. - Men are more likely to be aware of the physical symptoms of depression such as feeling tired or losing weight than the emotional signs. - If you are feeling down for more than 2 weeks or if you’re concerned that you may be depressed, seek help and speak to your doctor. ## On this page - [What is depression?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#what-is) - [How common is depression in men?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#how-common) - [What causes depression in men?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#causes) - [What are the signs of depression in men?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#signs) - [When should I seek help?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#when-to-seek-help) - [How can I help a man with depression?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#how-to-help) - [How is depression in men treated?](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#treatment) - [Resources and support](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#resources) - [Related information on Australian websites](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression-in-men#searchGeneralResults) ## What is depression? Depression is a serious [mental health condition](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mens-mental-health) that affects how you feel, think, and manage daily activities. It can make you feel sad, angry, [irritable](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/irritability-and-feeling-on-edge) or empty and lose pleasure or [interest](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/losing-interest) in things you usually enjoy. While it is normal to feel down sometimes, if you feel this way for 2 weeks or more you may be experiencing depression. Social norms may define your understanding of what it is to be ‘male’. For some men, this may include not talking about your feelings, or not showing that you’re upset. This can sometimes make it hard for men to acknowledge that they may be experiencing depression. This information is about depression in men; however, many aspects of depression are not gender or sex specific. Read more on [depression in the general community](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression). ## How common is depression in men? Depression is common — it affects 1 in 8 men at some point in their lives. Depression can put people at [risk of suicide](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/warning-signs-of-suicide). Sadly, 7 men die by suicide every day in Australia. Suicide and crisis support: If you or someone close to you is in crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000). To talk to someone now call [Suicide Call Back Service](https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/) [1300 659 467](tel:1300659467) or [Lifeline](https://www.lifeline.org.au/) [13 11 14](tel:131114). If you need to talk to someone about your mental health, call [Beyond Blue](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/) on [1300 22 4636](tel:1300224636). ## What causes depression in men? The exact cause of depression is unknown, and every person has different circumstances. Usually, depression happens because of a mix of [life events](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/dealing-with-life-events), personal factors and changes in the brain. For some people, challenging life events or issues such as a family member [dying](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/grief-loss), facing [unemployment](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/financial-stress), past or continuing [abuse](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/domestic-violence-and-abusive-relationships), or [stress at work](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/work-related-stress) may cause depression. Sometimes a recent event, such as a [divorce](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/coping-with-divorce-or-breakup) or losing your job, can trigger depression if you are already at risk. You are more likely to develop depression if: - you have a close family member with depression - you have a serious medical condition - you have a personality that is prone to depression, such as if you worry a lot or you are a perfectionist - you take [drugs](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/drug-abuse) or [drink too much alcohol](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/tips-for-safe-drinking) [Loneliness](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/loneliness-isolation-mental-health) can also increase your risk of developing depression. Sometimes, people can develop depression for no obvious reason. Just because there is no clear cause it doesn’t mean that you are not experiencing depression. ## What are the signs of depression in men? The signs of depression affect different people in different ways. It can involve changes in the way you think, feel or behave. For example, you may feel: - [irritable](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/irritability-and-feeling-on-edge), [angry](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/anger-management) or frustrated - sad or empty - disappointed - indecisive or overwhelmed - helpless or hopeless - guilty You may [think negative thoughts](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/self-talk), such as: - you are [not important or valuable](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/feeling-worthless) (low [self-esteem](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/self-esteem)) - people would be better off without you - life is not worth living - you are a failure You may start behaving differently, for example, by: - not going out with friends or family - not managing as well as you normally do at work or school - escaping into work or sports activities - not doing activities you normally look forward to - relying on [drugs or alcohol](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/drugs-and-alcohol) - not being able to concentrate - behaving recklessly You may also notice physical signs such as: - [difficulty sleeping](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/insomnia) or [feeling tired](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/fatigue) - [changed appetite](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/changes-to-your-appetite) - feeling run down or unwell - [loss of sexual desire](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/loss-of-male-libido) or [performance](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/male-sexual-problems) - [headaches](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/headaches) and [muscle pain](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/muscle-aches-and-pains) - [stomach pain](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/abdominal-pain) Almost everyone experiences some of these signs occasionally. If your symptoms appear often or won’t go away, you may be experiencing depression. You can check if what you are experiencing is depression by taking Beyond Blue's [Anxiety and Depression Test (K10)](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/check-your-mental-health/k10). While anyone with depression can experience any of these symptoms, men and women tend to experience and report them differently. Men are more likely to talk about the physical symptoms of depression, such as feeling tired or losing weight, rather than saying they feel low. [CHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS — Use the Symptom Checker and find out if you need to seek medical help.](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/symptom-checker) ## When should I seek help? You should [seek help and speak with your doctor](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/talking-to-your-doctor-gp-about-mental-health) if you: - have been feeling sad or depressed most of the day - have symptoms of depression for 2 weeks or more - are worried that you may be depressed Your doctor can assess you and if necessary, work with you to build a [mental health treatment plan](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-treatment-plan). This is a plan that maps out your treatment goals and includes the services and resources available to you. If your doctor thinks that another [health professional](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-professionals), such as a [psychologist or psychiatrist](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/psychiatrists-and-psychologists), should be involved, they will be able to refer you to someone who can help. If you are experiencing occasional signs of depression, or just feeling low, [you can reach out to a friend or family member](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/how-to-talk-about-your-mental-health-concerns). This could be to chat or go out together to do something you enjoy. It is important to carry on doing the things that normally make you happy, even if you don’t feel interested in them right now. Eventually, with the right support, you will find the enjoyment again and start feeling better. [FIND A HEALTH SERVICE — The Service Finder can help you find doctors, pharmacies, hospitals and other health services.](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services) ## How can I help a man with depression? If you think that a male friend or family member may be experiencing depression, you can offer them help and support. Some men find it particularly difficult to share their emotions, but [you can help them by starting a conversation](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blog/how-to-talk-to-the-men-in-your-life-about-mental-health). Ask them how they are doing and show them that you want to support them. Find a time when there’s no distractions to start the conversation. Sometimes men with depression might feel that they don’t want to seek help because they are supposed to be tough and self reliant. In this situation, the best thing you can do is to reassure them, be patient and help them explore their options. Remind them that depression is a serious but common mental health condition that won’t get better by itself. If they had a broken leg or a bad cut, they wouldn’t expect that to heal without their doctor’s help, and it’s the same with depression. ## How is depression in men treated? There are many different types of treatments depending on your symptoms and how severe they are. You should start by speaking with your doctor and build a mental health treatment plan. Often, a mix of treatments work best. The main ways to treat depression are with: - medicines - psychological treatments - physical treatment - brain stimulation therapies - self-help or [alternative (complementary) therapies](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/complementary-therapy) ### Medication [Antidepressants](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/antidepressants) and mood stabilising medicines influence chemical processes in the brain that control your mood. They normally take 4 to 6 weeks to be effective. ### Psychological treatments Psychological treatments used for depression, include: - [cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/cognitive-behaviour-therapy-cbt) - interpersonal therapy (IPT) - [psychotherapy](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/psychotherapy) - [counselling](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/counsellors-and-counselling) - online therapies ([eTherapy](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/etherapy)) If you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these therapies by itself or combined with other types of treatment. ### Other treatments Brain stimulation therapies may include the following: - Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) uses an electromagnetic coil placed on the scalp to stimulate the nerve cells in your brain that control mood. - [Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/electroconvulsive-therapy-ect) involves a brief electrical stimulation of the brain while you are under anaesthetic. It is used to treat specific types of depression, including severe depression that has not responded to medicines. ### Self-help and alternative therapies A wide range of self-help techniques and [alternative or complementary therapies](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/complementary-therapy) can also be used to treat depression either by themselves or together with other types of therapies. Not all types of depression can be treated using these methods alone. So it is important that you work with your doctor to build a personal mental health treatment plan that will work for you. Self-help and alternative therapies include: - [meditation](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/meditation) and [mindfulness](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mindfulness) - [eating healthy](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/healthy-eating) and [exercising](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/fitness-and-exercise) regularly - avoiding alcohol and drugs - [yoga](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/health-benefits-of-yoga-and-pilates) - [massage therapy](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/massage-therapy) - If you are experiencing depression, your doctor may recommend one of these types of therapy by itself or together with other types of treatments. [ASK YOUR DOCTOR — Preparing for an appointment? Use the Question Builder for general tips on what to ask your GP or specialist.](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/question-builder) ## Resources and support If you or someone close to you is in a crisis, or at immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000) and ask for an ambulance. It is important to reach out to your doctor if you are feeling down or think you may be depressed. You can also call the [healthdirect helpline](https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/how-healthdirect-can-help-you) on [1800 022 222](tel:1800022222) (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria). A registered nurse is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are a many resources and support online for men experiencing depression. MensLine Australia has information on [Men’s mental health and common challenges](https://mensline.org.au/mens-mental-health/mens-mental-health-common-challenges/). Beyond Blue has a lot of information on topics such as: - [Depression](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/depression) - [How to talk to someone you’re worried about](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/support-someone/how-to-talk-to-someone-you-are-worried-about) - [Work and mental health](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/work-and-mental-health) - [Parenting and mental health](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/parenting) - [Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/about/first-nations-peoples) - [Statistics](https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/statistics) Pregnancy, Birth and Baby has information on [Fathers and depression](https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/fathers-and-depression).
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