One in Five American adults experience a mental health problem every year. But not that many seek treatment for mental health problems.  And the reluctance to seek help to maintain mental health is more pronounced in men.

Why men are less likely to maintain good mental health practices can have a lot to do with culture, stereotypes and “toxic masculinity.” Social pressures can come even more into play when it comes to African American men and also for Gay and Bisexual men.

Members of the Heartland Community College Counseling Services office weigh in on the barriers that many men face when maintaining mental health.

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