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May 14, 2026
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Opinion: Men need to know it's OK to reach out for help
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Opinion: Men need to know it's OK to reach out for help
Scott Lear: As men, we are likely to hide our emotions out of fear of being told to 'man up' or other derogatory messages. But social isolation and loneliness can result in a shorter lifespan
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By Scott Lear
Published May 14, 2026
Last updated May 14, 2026
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Approximately 13 per cent of Canadian men report often, or always, being lonely, with another 34 pe…
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