June is Men’s Mental Health Month — Let’s Talk About It
Let’s face it: Most men don’t talk openly about how we’re really doing. Especially when it comes to mental health.
We brush it off. We bottle it up. We push through the pain.
But here’s the truth: It doesn’t have to be that way.
June is Men’s Mental Health Month, a time to confront the stigma, speak up, and support each other through life’s hardest challenges—including cancer.
It’s also National Cancer Survivor Month, a time to honor the strength and resilience of the millions of men who’ve faced cancer and continue to live with the physical and emotional aftermath.
At Man Up to Cancer, we believe these conversations matter. Because too many men are still going through cancer—and life—isolated, overwhelmed, and suffering in silence.
The Mental Health Struggle is Real — And Common
Mental health challenges are more common than many of us realize, especially among men who’ve been diagnosed with cancer:
1 in 5 men will experience a mental health issue in their lifetime.
40% of cancer patients report psychological distress, including anxiety and depression.
Men are less likely than women to seek support or therapy.
And tragically, men account for nearly 80% of suicide deaths in the U.S.
Now add the burden of a cancer diagnosis—or survivorship—and you’ve got a recipe for quiet suffering.
But Here’s the Good News: You’re Not Alone
At Man Up to Cancer, we’ve built a community where men don’t have to hide behind a mask of toughness.
You don’t have to pretend everything’s fine.
You don’t have to carry the load by yourself.
You don’t have to walk the cancer road alone.
We’re here to connect men who are going through it—whether they’re patients, survivors, or caregivers—so we can support one another emotionally, mentally, and practically.
This isn’t about weakness. It’s about courage, connection, and healing.
National Cancer Survivor Month: Celebrating Strength and Resilience
Every June, we also recognize National Cancer Survivor Month—a time to honor those who have faced cancer and continue living life with purpose, scars and all.
Survivorship isn’t just about being “done with treatment.” It’s about navigating what comes next:
Fear of recurrence
Lingering side effects
Changes in identity, career, and relationships
Mental and emotional recovery
Too often, men are expected to "move on" after cancer. But survivorship is a journey, not a finish line—and mental health plays a huge role in that journey.
Partners in Prevention and Advocacy
We’re proud to stand alongside organizations that are helping men take charge of their health and mental well-being.
Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC)
Fight CRC is a national advocacy powerhouse supporting patients, survivors, caregivers, and advocates in the fight against colorectal cancer—the second leading cause of cancer death among men in the U.S.
They also recognize that survivorship doesn’t end with a clean scan. Their resources support the full journey, including the mental and emotional toll of cancer.
Explore more in our post: How to Find a Colorectal Cancer Support Group.
Prevent Cancer Foundation
This incredible organization is focused on stopping cancer before it starts, through early detection, education, and health equity. But prevention also includes mental wellness—because stress, trauma, and depression can impact long-term health just as much as physical risk factors.
Together, we’re working to make prevention and survivorship more holistic, accessible, and supportive for all men.
How You Can Take Action This Month
This Men’s Mental Health Month, we challenge you to take a step. Just one. For yourself, and for the men you care about.
Here’s how:
Open up. Whether it’s to a friend, therapist, family member, or support group—say how you’re really feeling.
Check in. Text or call a buddy who’s been through something tough. Ask how he’s really doing.
Move your body. Exercise is proven to help relieve symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Join the community. Don’t go it alone. Connect with other men who understand at Man Up to Cancer.
Speak up on social. Share your story or repost content that helps break the stigma.
You’re Not Alone — Join the Brotherhood
Men’s Mental Health Month isn’t just about awareness—it’s about changing lives. It’s about showing men that they matter, and that there’s strength in asking for help.
If you’re dealing with cancer, recovering from it, or supporting someone who is, we want you to know this:
You don’t have to suffer in silence.
You don’t have to fix it all yourself.
You are not alone.
Join our free Man Up to Cancer membership platform today and become part of a brotherhood that gets it—men supporting men through cancer, mental health struggles, and survivorship.
