News / Scotland by Press Association 19/03/2019, 12:03 am Send us a story Sign up to our Daily newsletter More than a third of men don’t ask for help when they are struggling to cope, according to new research. A study for Samaritans found that 36% of men aged 20-59 in Scotland do not seek support because they prefer to solve their problems themselves, with many saying they don’t want to feel like a burden and don’t feel their problems will be understood. The charity is now launching a campaign called Real People, Real Stories. It sees men who have overcome tough times sharing their stories to encourage others to seek help by contacting Samaritans. Kilmarnock and former Scotland striker Kris Boyd, who lost his brother to suicide, is backing the campaign. He said: “There is still a lot of stigma that can make it hard for men to open up about mental health. “My experience losing my brother to suicide has made me more determined to do what I can to encourage others to reach out when they’re struggling. “And we can all be a part of making that change, by taking the time to talk when we’re struggling or when we know someone who is, by being that listening ear or a shoulder to lean on. “I hope that by sharing my story I can let other men know, you don’t have to struggle alone.” Asked about why they have struggled in the past, men in Scotland cited a number of reasons… [Read full story]
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