It’s time to change the conversation about men’s mental health and it starts with you.

For too long, men have been told to “toughen up,” “push through,” or “handle it alone.” But here’s the truth: 1 in 8 men in Australia experience depression, and in India, suicide rates among men are significantly higher than women. These aren’t just statistics but represent fathers, brothers, sons, and friends who needed support but didn’t know where to find it.

The good news? You don’t have to figure this out alone.

We’ve gathered practical resources, genuine support networks that actually work for real men living real lives.

Free Mental Health Education & Tools Australia

• Beyond Blue: Comprehensive men’s mental health information and online chat support
• Headspace National: Free online and phone support for young men (12-25 years)
• ReachOut.com: Free mental health resources specifically designed for young Australian men
• SANE Australia: Free online support groups and mental health information
• Lifeline Australia Text Services: Free text support at 0477 13 11 14

Free Resources in India

• NIMHANS (Bangalore): Free online mental health resources and helpline
• Vandrevala Foundation: Free 24/7 helpline and online chat support
• Mpower (Mumbai): Free online mental health screening tools and resources
• Fortis Stress Helpline: Free mental health support across major Indian cities
• iCall (Mumbai): Free psychosocial helpline by TISS

Region-Specific Free Podcasts

• The Mental Health Show (Australia): Local perspectives on mental wellness
• Conversations (ABC Australia): In-depth discussions including mental health topics
• Mann Ki Baat Mental Health (India): Hindi/English discussions on mental wellness
• The Friendly Couch (India): Indian psychologists discussing everyday mental health
• Indian Mental Health Facebook Groups: “Mental Health Matters India,” “Men’s Mental Health India”

Free Apps Available

• Wysa: AI-powered mental health support (free version available)
• Youper: Mood tracking and emotional health assistant
• Sanvelo: Free anxiety and mood tracking tools
• MindShift: Free anxiety management techniques