In many countries, the suicide rate among men is significantly higher.

For example, according to the latest data from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in 2022, in the United States, the suicide rate among men was approximately four times higher than that of women.

Specifically, while men represent about 50% of the population, they account for nearly 80% of all suicides in 2022.

While the reasons for the high suicide rate among men are complex and multifaceted, many experts point to the societal expectation and rigid notion of masculinity as significant factors.

Traditional gender roles often emphasize stoicism, self-reliance, and emotional restraint in men.

This concept sometimes refers to as hegemonic masculinity, a.k.a. the term we just learned today.

Discourage men from seeking help or showing vulnerability.