Men’s mental health in London

Suicide remains the leading cause of death for men under the age of fifty nationally. This report finds that the stigma surrounding men’s mental health continues to have a harmful impact, preventing them from opening up about their mental health and acting as a barrier to accessing services in London. Some demographics are more likely to experience poor mental health than others in London. Those who identify as LGBTQ+ and those from minority ethnic backgrounds can be at higher risk of developing mental health problems. It also finds there can be challenges in navigating the system for mental health support.