sponsored health mens-health-concerns-tena 8541094 ----- # Men's health concerns: Mental health and wellbeing ## Stress and depression can happen at any stage of a man's life, but after 50 there can be some serious life events which may hinder emotional wellbeing. Check out the symptoms and solutions here. 12:17PM BST 27 May 2011 Worries about impending retirement, financial concerns, children leaving home and marriage breakdown can cause stress and in some depression. The good news is that research shows that if you exercise, have a healthy diet, keep your brain active and take care of yourself, you are less likely to experience a mental health problem. ## Related Articles * [Partners: Signs and symptoms of obesity][1] 27 May 2011 * [Partners: Signs and symptoms of mental health issues][2] 27 May 2011 * [The 'Big 5'][3] 25 May 2011 * [Partners: Signs of cardiovascular disease][4] 27 May 2011 **Stress and depression** Stress is increasingly common in our modern lives, and happens when pressure is put upon us which we feel we can't cope with. It can cause physical, mental and emotional problems, including depression. Although stress is a usual part of life, extreme or prolonged stress can be harmful and needs treatment. **Symptoms** **Acute stress** can cause trembling, hyperventilating, vomiting, and in those with asthma, an attack. **Chronic stress** can cause irritability, anger, apathy, anxiety, irrational behaviour, loss of appetite, comfort eating, lack of concentration, loss of libido. It can also cause the physical symptoms of excessive tiredness, skin problems, aches and pains, heart palpitations and feeling sick. **Depression** can cause continuous sadness, low mood, loss of interest in life, feelings of hopelessness and difficulty making decisions. Physical symptoms include lack of energy, changes in appetite and weight and disturbed sleep. **Solutions** There are some simple ways to deal with stress better: • Take regular exercise - a brisk walk for 30 minutes every day can be a very effective stress buster, as well as a quick football game with workmates or grandchildren. • Set aside some time to organise yourself. Write down lists of things to do in priority. • Find some quiet time to listen to music • Confide in your friends or family - sharing your thoughts and worries can help. • Talk to your boss who has a duty to take reasonable steps to resolve work- related stress. • Delegate or share your responsibilities at work - don't make yourself indispensable. • Say no to work you know you can't do well or shouldn't be your responsibility. **When to seek medical advice ** If you have been experiencing some of these symptoms for a long period of time, you are at risk of developing high blood pressure which can lead to heart attacks and stroke. Don't suffer alone, talk to a healthcare professional. Your doctor can prescribe talking therapy (counselling) or medication to deal with stress and depression. **Support and Information** People who are used to coping may not want to recognise these symptoms. Often it takes a partner, or a friend to point out that they need to seek help from a doctor or counsellor, in the form of medication or talking therapy. It may help to talk to others in the same position or get expert advice. All these bodies can help. [Mental Health Foundation][5] [British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy][6] [International Stress Management Association UK][7] [Mind][8] [**Request a free TENA_ Men_ sample here**][9] [X][10] Share & bookmark Delicious Facebook Google Messenger Reddit Twitter Digg Fark LinkedIn Google Buzz StumbleUpon Y! 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