Message for Leeds men: 'It's a sign of strength to seek help'

Leeds residents are encouraging more men to talk about their mental health problems in this week's Yorkshire Evening Post panel.

Chiming with the YEP's "It's OK not to be OK" awareness and our #speakyourmind campaign we asked panellists how we can better support and encourage men to reach out for help. Read more: The Leeds cafe supporting people in mental health crises

The YEP reader panellistsplaceholder image
The YEP reader panellists
In mens health it appears role models have an important role to play. Many prominent men from all walks of life must step up to the plate"placeholder image
In mens health it appears role models have an important role to play. Many prominent men from all walks of life must step up to the plate"
I am irritated by the fallacy that all men are reticent about their feelings. I consider myself emotionally intelligent and comfortable expressing my feelings. Personally I find two things to be true: a problem shared is a problem halved; and you should never go to sleep on an argument.placeholder image
I am irritated by the fallacy that all men are reticent about their feelings. I consider myself emotionally intelligent and comfortable expressing my feelings. Personally I find two things to be true: a problem shared is a problem halved; and you should never go to sleep on an argument.
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