Behind the Mask: Uncovering and Overcoming Depression in Men (2nd Edition, EPUB)

Many men are struggling. Most of them are hiding it.

Behind the Mask is a direct, compassionate guide to depression in men: how it shows up, why it so often goes unseen, and how to move toward recovery. This is the fully Revised & Expanded Second Edition by Ciro Irmici.

It looks at the hidden crisis of men's mental health, the signs that are easy to miss, the weight of expectations and the mask of masculinity, and at what really helps.

Inside you'll learn:

• Why depression in men so often stays hidden
• How depression shows up differently in men
• How social expectations weigh on men's mental health
• The physical symptoms that are often overlooked
• The trap of self-medication, and healthier ways forward

If this sounds like you or someone you love, you're not alone. This book supports, but doesn't replace, professional help; if you're in crisis, please contact your local emergency number right away.

What's inside

1. The Hidden Crisis of Men’s Mental Health
2. Recognizing the Signs: How Depression Shows Up Differently in Men
3. The Weight of Expectations: How Society Presses Down on Men’s Mental Health
4. The Mask of Masculinity: Why Men Hide Their Struggles
5. Beyond the Blues: The Physical Symptoms of Depression in Men
6. Self-Medication and Substance Abuse: When Coping Turns Dangerous
7. The Role of Relationships: How Depression Touches Families and Friends
8. Breaking the Silence: Finding the Courage to Speak Up
9. Seeking Help: Therapy, Medication, and Other Paths to Healing
10. Building Emotional Resilience: Practical Steps for Men to Fight Back
11. A New Narrative for Men’s Mental Health: Changing How We Talk, Think, and Act
12. A New Path Forward: Embracing Change and Healing

Format: EPUB ebook in English, second edition (revised and expanded), about 25,000 words. Read it on Apple Books, Google Play Books, Kobo or any EPUB reader; on Kindle with “Send to Kindle”.

Ciro Irmici has written more than 250 books and 750 audiobooks. In 2025 Spotify placed him among the top 3% of most-saved authors worldwide.