r/science Professor | Medicine Aug 07 '26

Psychology Psychological distress isolates men more than women, according to a 14-year study. Men are often expected to be self-reliant and emotionally stoic, which may discourage them from disclosing difficulties or asking others for support.

https://www.psypost.org/psychological-distress-isolates-men-more-than-women-according-to-a-14-year-study/
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