A Canadian study showed that men take stress harder than women and that women fare better in the face of stress.
In one study of more than 24,000 adults, men who had high demand and low control in their jobs or had job insecurity were more likely to have had episodes of major depression.
Overall, the study shows that men's five biggest stressors are:
- Finances
- Family and Relationships
- Job Stability
- Fast Pace of Life
- Health
What are some stress relief tips?
- Laugh more
- Confidentially assert yourself
- Yoga
- Practice letting go
- Speak slower
Listen in as Michael J. Trombley, MD, shares what the five biggest stressors are for men, as well as some stress relief tips.
Dr. Michael J. Trombley, MD obtained his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine in 1991 and completed his residency in 1994 from Carolinas Medical Center Family Medicine where he was elected Chief Resident. From 1994-2007, he was a full time Physician/Faculty at Cabarrus Family Medicine and Residency Program.