The Role of Gender in Mental illness Stigma

What is the take-home message of the article? 

List 3 mental health issues that YOU perceive to be “women’s issues.” Why are these perceived to be “women’s issues”? How might these issues affect men, directly or indirectly? Be sure that you are listing mental health issues. If you are unsure about whether the issue is classified as mental health, do some research to be sure. 

1. List 3 mental health issues that YOU perceive to be “men’s issues.” Why are these perceived to be “men’s issues”? How might these issues affect women, directly or indirectly? 
2. Consider the three mental health issues that you listed as being “women’s issues.” If you or a male member of your family had one of these conditions, how might that affect their health-seeking behaviors? Alternately, if you or a female member of your family had a mental health issue perceived as a “men’s issue,” how might that affect their health-seeking behaviors? 

Break the stereotypes- why are these issues not simply “women’s” or “men’s” mental health issues? Personal examples or experiences are encouraged.