Why are so many men struggling in silence? Gareth Edwards speaks to SADAG spokesperson Darryl Gray about the pressures that can make asking for help feel like weakness, from expectations around masculinity and providing to job loss, financial stress, anger and the comparison culture of social media.
The conversation moves beyond awareness to what support can actually look like: recognising changes in behaviour, starting difficult conversations, asking directly about suicide and knowing when to seek professional help. Gray explains why friends and loved ones do not need to have all the answers, and why reaching out for guidance can itself become a first step towards safety.
Catch up on all Making Sense episodes here: https://www.enca.com/making-sense-podcast
Chapter List
(00:00) Why Are So Many Men Struggling In Silence?
(01:52) Why Asking For Help Can Feel Like Weakness
(04:28) How SADAG Can Help You Or Someone You Love
(08:28) “Big Boys Don’t Cry”: The Pressure On Men To Be Strong
(11:38) When Job Loss And Financial Pressure Become An Identity Crisis
(13:36) Social Media, Comparison And Feeling Left Behind
(15:35) Why Men’s Distress Can Look Like Anger
(19:13) What Changes In Behaviour Should You Look Out For?
(21:23) Does Asking About Suicide “Plant The Idea”?
(24:00) Why Being A Helper Matters
(26:10) SADAG Support, Helpline And Resources
