November is Men's Month, a time to recognise both the contributions of men and the challenges they often carry quietly. Around the world, men face alarming rates of suicide, shaped by social pressure, emotional restraint, stigma, and limited access to support. This article looks closely at those pressures, the warning signs of distress, and the practical ways families, friends, and communities can create safer spaces for honest conversation and timely help.

In the intricate tapestry of human existence, each of us weaves a unique narrative. We are the storytellers of our lives, with chapters that unfold in unpredictable ways. Yet, amidst the ebbs and flows, we often find ourselves confronting challenges, doubts, and emotional struggles that can leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. It’s during these moments when the profound significance...

Trauma is a word that is often thrown around, but what does it really mean? The term “trauma” originates from the Greek word “trauma” (τραύμα), which refers to a wound caused by physical injury. This term is derived from the Greek word “trōma,” and is closely related to the Greek verbs “titrōskein” and “tetrainein,” which respectively mean “to wound” and...

We are living in an era where nothing seems to be going according to plan, what we envisioned life to be isn’t really how it’s turning out to be. From Covid-19 to wars to inflation to monkeypox to suicides, the list is like that song which goes, “this is the song that doesn’t end, yes, it goes on and on,...