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Suicide is a leading cause of death in men.
Men’s mental health struggles often go unrecognized or undiagnosed, and due to widespread stigma and misunderstanding surrounding suicide, deaths by suicide may be incorrectly or mistakenly listed as “deaths by unintentional injuries.” As such, many of the statistics below are likely to be underestimations of the real toll that suicide takes on men, their families, and their communities.
According to statistics compiled by HeadsUpGuys:
Almost 800,000 people die due to suicide every year, nearly twice the number who die by homicide. Men account for 75-80% of deaths by suicide.
In Canada, men account for three out of every four suicides. Roughly eight men take their life every day across the country, amounting to 3,000 deaths per year. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for men under the age of 50 in Canada.
For every death by suicide, there are approximately 20 suicide attempts made.
Each death by suicide leaves behind a community of bereaved family, friends, colleagues, and acquaintances. For every death by suicide, at least 7 to 10 people are directly affected by the loss.
Research shows that mental illness is the most important risk factor for suicide. More than 90% of people who die by suicide struggle with their mental health and/or addiction. According to a 2005 survey of 132,221 Canadians, men were found to be 2.7 times less likely to utilize mental health services than women.
We’re committed to lowering these shocking numbers. That’s why Chad’s Day for Change supports HeadsUpGuys, an organization dedicated to changing men’s attitudes towards seeking help and to providing education and support. Thanks to our passionate athletes, volunteers, sponsors and Chad’s friends and family, we were able to exceed our goal in the inaugural 2024 race and raise $7,860 for HeadsUpGuys.
Get support online
HeadsUpGuys has built a comprehensive collection of self-help resources, ways to connect with the support you need, articles for tips and skills to tackle depression, inspiring stories from guys who've recovered, and ways you can help the men in your life who are fighting depression.
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Learn self-help strategies
Depression can hit you on many fronts. Check out HeadsUpGuy’s self-help page for tips and skills to fight depression in multiple ways.
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Connecting with support
Recovering from depression becomes much easier – and more effective – when we bring other people to our side. There are several options for reaching out, and the more ways we can, the better.
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Find a therapist who can help
The HeadsUpGuys directory features qualified counsellors and therapists across Canda and around the world with experience and expertise in consulting with men.
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Supporting someone who is struggling
The simplest way to support a man fighting depression is to let him know that we are there for him. Learn the tools to become a knowledgeable, compassionate, and trusted source of support.
“HeadsUpGuys, the world’s leading resource dedicated to supporting men’s mental health, is proud to partner with Chad’s Day for Change Association. Together, we are committed to raising awareness, providing resources, and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health challenges faced by men. Our partnership amplifies our shared mission to empower men to take charge of their mental well-being and access the support they need.”
Dr. John Ogrodniczuk
Founder, HeadsUpGuys