Psychology suggests men who are deeply unhappy in life but hide it well aren't being strong - they're running a performance that costs them every real connection they have, and the people closest to them almost never see it coming - Silicon Canals

"The mask doesn't feel like a mask after a while. It feels like your face. And the people around you have no reason to think otherwise."

"Therapist Terrence Real separates what he calls 'overt' depression from 'covert' depression. The overt version is what we recognize, while the covert version is busy and driven."

"Men's depression often shows up as irritability, workaholism, physical complaints, or compulsive distraction-seeking, leading to a misunderstanding of their emotional state."

"Many men aren't even aware they're hiding. A study identified something they called the 'self-mask,' which complicates the recognition of their mental health struggles."

Many men experience depression in a covert manner, appearing busy and driven rather than sad. This can lead to misunderstandings about their emotional health. Psychologists differentiate between overt and covert depression, with the latter often manifesting as irritability and workaholism. Men may not even realize they are hiding their feelings behind a mask, complicating the recognition of their mental health struggles. Therapy can help uncover these hidden emotions and promote better understanding of male depression.

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