DStv Channel 403 Friday, 22 November 2024

Mental health | Call to address toxic masculinity

JOHANNESBURG - South African men face one of the lowest life expectancies globally, ranking 167 out of 193

The Men’s Foundation blames this on male stereotypes and toxic masculinity.

It says this leads men to prioritse toughness and dominance over well-being.

The foundation says men are reluctant to be tested for testicular and prostate cancer as it seen as a weakness.

We discuss this with CEO Garron Gsell.

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