RESOURCES
Wingmen have worked with a number of men who have been on their own journeys through mental health issues. As part of this work, we have compiled a number of resources from these individuals, and they are here to share in the hope that they will be of some help.
Please note that each of these articles are written by other men, and are not generated by Artificial Intelligence. As such, Wingmen are immensely grateful to all who have shared their wisdom and experience.
KNOWLEDGE BASE
We know that understanding can be an important part of being able to deal with things. As such, we have authored these articles that intend to share knowledge around mental health:
HOW CAN I HELP SOMEONE THAT IS IN NEED?
A Q&A-style guide offering practical advice on how to support someone who may be struggling or in crisis.
WHAT IS ANXIETY
An honest look at the symptoms, causes, and ways to ease anxiety, written from personal experience.
WHAT IS DEPRESSION?
An article exploring what depression really means, its symptoms, and how to help someone experiencing it.
BLOGS
We have curated a selection of opinion pieces around mental health here:
LESSONS FROM JUDO: VULNERABILITY CAN BE A SIGN OF MENTAL STRENGTH
In this article we see how it is possible to turn a perceived weakness into a mental strength.
MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH IS NO LONGER STIGMATISED
Exploring how men’s mental health has evolved from stigma and silence to openness and support.
NEW ANNOUNCEMENT: THE NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION STRATEGY
A summary and reflection on the UK’s new national suicide prevention strategy and Wingmen’s perspective on its impact.
WHY BOTHER TALKING? A PERSONAL OPINION
A personal reflection on why talking and being listened to can be a powerful part of understanding ourselves and making a recovery.