Risk and Protective Factors in Men’s Mental Health
Protective Factors Psychological • Reliable support and discipline from caregivers • Following rules at home, school, work • Emotional self-regulation • Good coping skills and problem-solving skills • Subjective sense of self-sufficiency • Optimism
Risk Factors Psychological • Stressful life situations, such as financial problems or breaking the law • Traumatic life experiences, such as rape or serving in the armed forces • Low self-esteem, perceived incompetence, negative view of life • Poor academic achievement Social • Stressful life situations, such as financial problems or breaking the law • Traumatic life experiences, such as rape or serving in the armed forces • Low self-esteem, perceived incompetence, negative view of life • Poor academic achievement
Social • Ability to make friends and get along with others • Good peer relationships • Supportive relationship with family • Participation in sports team, club, community, or religious group
• Economic/Financial Security • Access to support services
The American Mental Wellness Association
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