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Philippines male suicide crisis highlights mental health stigma

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In the Philippines, men are disproportionately affected by suicide, accounting for 80% of deaths, yet they rarely seek mental health support due to societal stigma. Richardson Mojica, a mental health advocate who has battled suicidal ideation and mental illness since his early twenties, shares his personal struggle with seeking help and the challenges of vulnerability, especially as the eldest son. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Sam Beltran ·

    Man up, break down: unpacking the Philippines’ male suicide crisis

    Richardson Mojica is no stranger to thoughts of ending it all. The 40-year-old university professor and mental health advocate was diagnosed with generalised anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder and depression in his early 20s. He finds fulfilment in his job, yet suicidal ideation …

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