Men's Minds Matter
The Men’s Mind Matter (MMM) website was originally developed to host a groundbreaking psychological research project looking at men’s relationship to seeking psychological help (Sullivan, Camic & Brown, 2015).
In 2011, MMM evolved into a public health initiative raising awareness of male suicide rates and developing ways of improving the mental health of men and boys in the UK. We continue to produce award nominated national campaigns with the support of our partners.
MMM was formed on the principle of balance and equality. The high rates of suicide in men are one of the biggest health inequalities that exists which is why men are recognised as an at-risk group in the UK’s National Suicide Prevention Policy. Their inclusion means there is a legal obligation for service to be gender sensitive to the experiences of men, Men’s Minds Matter, and leaders in the field.
In 2013, we registered as a community interest company and continue to evolve and shape suicide prevention in the UK. We unashamedly speak directly to men although our model for interventions transcends gender and is relevant to all humans.
Men’s Minds Matter now focuses on developing psychological interventions for people in suicidal crisis. Our model of psychological entrapment and suicidal crises underpins everything we do and we believe it has the potential to save many lives. Although we are based in Doncaster and London our model can help anyone anywhere.
We understand the challenges of turning towards male distress and the impact of male distress can have consequences for other men, women, and children. However, improving psychological wellbeing is essential for improving mens outcomes and society in general.