My 10 Reasons Why Men's Health Does Not Get Enough Attention

Dear Readers,

Have you ever asked yourself why doesn't men's health get enough attention in mainstream media?

Why are so many men unaware of their unique biological needs?

Well, I have a few ideas for the same.

Hear me out with an unbiased mind. ??

First and foremostly,

1 ? Gynocentrism, a form of misrepresenting data by shifting the focus to women, even when there isn't an emphasis for eg. 1 in 4 homeless people are women, when 3 in 4 homeless are men.

2 ? Corporate workplace culture that is somehow designed according to men's 'hormone clock' (a myth) discouraging men from prioritizing self-care and seeking medical attention for health issues.

3 ? Media outlets prioritizing content that generates higher viewership or advertising revenue, leading to a focus on sensationalized stories rather than substantive health information.

4 ? Boys and men are often socialized to prioritize competitiveness and physical strength over emotional well-being and healthcare.

5 ? Cultural understandings of masculinity stand in the way. Some men associate seeking medical help with weakness or a lack of masculinity, leading to delays in seeking necessary care.

6 ? Men lack visible role models who prioritize health and wellness, other than gym influencers, making it harder to normalize healthy behaviors and conversations.

7 ? Demonizing a bodybuilder physique and gym culture as 'toxic masculinity' and far-right fascist behavior. Not shocking.

8 ? Historically, healthcare and medical research have been focused more on men, leading to a perception that men's health needs are adequately addressed. This is not a reliable first principle because Testosterone and sperm counts have been drastically dropping since the 70s, new, updated research is the need of the hour.

9 ? Criminalizing Testosterone as the 'aggression hormone,' leading to a cultural revolution of reducing T levels in males globally. This has done no good for society but has compromised men's well-being in general.

10 ? Lack of priorities, education, and accessibility. Men's health news sources are unpopular, access to healthcare services, particularly in rural or underserved areas are limited for men, and a lack of government-based initiatives are narrow.

To combat this, here on Heal Thyself, I have a series on optimizing Testosterone in busy males. Give it read!

I hope I have presented a strong enough case.

What are some reasons you would add to this list? Let me know below! ??

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