Does being too "tolerant" make a man live shorter? If "emotional problems" are not dealt with, it can lead to sadness and harm to the body
Social pressure makes men accustomed to suppressing alcoholism and substance abuse, which increases mortality
As the saying goes, “men don’t shed tears easily”. Compared with women, in order to conform to social expectations and gender temperament, men tend to hide their emotions more easily, and they are even less good at sharing their inner worries or difficulties, for fear of being labeled “weak and incompetent” by society. labels, such gender differences also indirectly increase men’s health risks. Leo Newhouse, a resident social worker in the Department of Neurology in the United States, said in a special article in Harvard Health Publishing that in order to conform to social expectations, men are taught to suppress their emotions since childhood. If things go on like this, it will easily lead to symptoms of stress, anxiety or depression, and may even lead to the risk of substance abuse such as alcoholism and drug abuse, ultimately leading to an increase in the suicide rate.
Emotional stress makes men unable to extricate themselves? Externalizing behaviors causing unconscious harm
Most people think that women are more likely to fall into the emotional frustration of a broken love. Research from Lancaster University in the UK points out that men are more likely to feel regret and reluctance when discussing issues such as broken love or divorce. The study claims that men who are unwilling to share their lovelorn feelings with relatives and friends and are accustomed to hiding their emotions have an increased risk of mental illness.
Danish research shows that the loneliness caused by multiple breakups with partners will increase the risk of “premature death” for single men. When single men digest their negative emotions, they often tend to “externalize behaviors” and seek relief through smoking, alcohol or drug abuse, which in turn harms their health and even increases mortality.
Is financial pressure causing men’s nervous disorders? Too little interpersonal connection increases emotional problems
Psychologist Xu Naiwen said in an exclusive interview with “healthorn” that men face economic pressures such as unemployment during the epidemic, and are often reluctant to express emotions easily due to social perceptions. Men are reminded that if they often turn a blind eye to internal stress, it may lead to excessive sympathetic nerve excitement and autonomic nervous system disorders, or they may face insomnia, adrenal fatigue, decreased sleep quality, and affected quality of life.
This is not just the case for ordinary men. In the eyes of the world, “entrepreneurs” who are glamorous and have free wealth may also be at risk of mental illness. “Forbes” reported that entrepreneurs often wander between extreme success and failure. The rapid changes in the market make people worry about gains and losses. The rapid rise and fall of emotional stress means more severe cardiovascular changes. In addition, entrepreneurs work non-stop, which leads to weak connections with relatives and friends around them. Loss of interpersonal connections is also one of the reasons for the accumulation of emotional problems.
To properly release stress and get out of the haze, men can do 4 more exercises
Appropriate expression and recognition of self-emotions are very important for taking care of physical and mental health. When men face social, workplace or emotional pressure, they can timely use physical and mental exercises to alleviate the impact of negative emotions on the body, mind and soul.
Practice crying. “Harvard Health Publishing” points out that “emotional tears” shed due to emotional reactions help the body expel stress hormones and toxins, and release oxytocin and endorphins, which help relieve emotions and reduce pain.
Practice yoga. American psychiatrist Margot O’Donnell pointed out that the proportion of men suffering from anxiety disorders and depression is increasing year by year. Practicing yoga has certain benefits for mental health. It can help men gain self-confidence, group connection and courage to express themselves, and enhance their sense of self-worth.
Practice awareness. Psychologist Wang Dingjia of New Taipei City Hospital said that men can feel relieved by “naming emotions”, such as “The relationship with my family makes me depressed”, “The disputes between friends make me feel guilty”, when the emotion is described in detail , can you know what your situation is.
Practice sharing. Psychologist Xu Naiwen reminds that mental health is like “bank deposits”, which will gradually be depleted over time. Men should try to connect with relatives and friends, which is like depositing money in a bank of mental health, which can increase mental strength.
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