I totally agree.
I must admit as a man I would find it more easier and natural to support and be sympathetic with a woman with mental health issues. Than I would be a man. I think it's down to my upbringing.
When I was growing up mens mental health was almost none existent. Anyone who showed any behaviour what would be considered out of the norm would just be labelled a " crackpot" " radged " " not a full shilling"
Mmm. There's more than a hint, in what you say, of the fear of being seen as weak and needing to keep a stiff upper lip. This goes back generations and is hard for some to shrug off.
My partner's grandsons, both farmers, have joined a group who talk to farmers, many of whom spend much of their time in isolation with their concerns going round and round in their heads getting bigger and potentially, out of control. Often, they're carrying guns..............