Understanding Anxiety in Men

Hey everyone, Dr. Russ Kennedy here! Today on the AnxietyRX Podcast, we're tackling a topic that's close to my heart: anxiety in men and boys. We all see it, right? Guys seem to just bottle everything up. But here's the thing - anxiety doesn't discriminate! In this episode, I'm gonna explain why even though some guys might seem cool as a cucumber, they could be silently freaking out. We're gonna unpack how society basically tells men to "toughen up" and "be a man", not exactly helpful advice when you're feeling anxious. We'll dig into why guys might be hesitant to reach out for help, and how these patterns often start when they're just young boys. I'm gonna share some tips on how to build better support networks for the men in your life, and how to have real conversations that go beyond the usual "man up" routine. This episode is a must-listen if you want to understand the men in your life better. Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions. PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 3700+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX ______________________________ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 01:08 - Early Signs of Anxiety in Males 02:17 - Men's Avoidance of Anxiety 03:18 - Coping Mechanisms 04:15 - Impact of Anxiety on Men's Mental Health 05:26 - Substance Use and Coping Strategies 06:41 - Challenges of Seeking Help 07:50 - Fatherhood and Anxiety 09:06 - Men's Groups and Support 10:13 - Addressing Male Vulnerability 11:42 - Men's Mental Health and Connection 13:00 - Coping Strategies and Intention for Change 15:20 - Scatter Joy Project